At Rau Animal Hospital, we have been committed to providing comprehensive medical care to the Glenside community for over 90 years. Our services range from wellness exams and house calls to intensive care and surgical procedures. We utilize the most current standards of care to ensure your pet's health and well-being.Our team specializes in comprehensive wellness care, aiming to keep your pet healthy now and in the future. We offer a variety of services, including dental care, diagnostic imaging, laser therapy, and surgery. Our in-house laboratory allows us to perform serum chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis, and parasite testing, ensuring timely and accurate results.Located in Glenside, PA, our hospital is part of a vibrant community with a rich history and a small-town feel. The area offers a variety of parks, local shops, and dining options, providing a welcoming environment for both residents and visitors.If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and are looking to join a team that values excellence, compassion, and community, Rau Animal Hospital is the place for you. We invite you to be a part of our mission to provide outstanding care to pets and their families.As a Receptionist you will:Receive and place calls to clients for the purpose of scheduling.Prioritize multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner.Maintain proper documentation through client and pet records, i.e. referral documentation, previous medical history received, etc.Assist all clients by providing necessary instructions, information and invoices, dispense prescription items per the veterinarian’s instructions, and schedule all future appointments.Utilize hospital computer systems to document medical records and communicate with clients and teammates.Manage the financial needs of the hospital by maintaining accurate balances through collection of client transactions, following all cash and credit card handling procedures, and following proper opening and closing procedures.Provide excellent customer service skills and an exceptional level of communication in a professional manner.Advocate for pets through client education on preventative care, pet health needs, treatment recommendations and all other hospital services / procedures.Maintain a positive attitude in all interactions with clients, pets and other teammates.Demonstrate ability to show empathy toward clients and treat pets with compassion and respect.Requirements:Utilizing standard office / business equipment.Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts.Experience with veterinary software is preferred.Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.Possession of organizational skills.Critical thinking – Understanding logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, good judgment and ability to manage stressful situations.Compensation and Benefits:Pay range of $18.00-$20.00 / hour based on experience.Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).Short Term Disability.Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only.SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs.Discounted Veterinary Care.EAP (Employee Assistance Program).A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth.Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
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