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Veterinary Receptionist

Rockville, MDOnsiteFull TimePosted 17 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • veterinary receptionist
  • customer service
  • animal care
  • multitasking
  • payment processing
  • vaccination protocols
  • veterinary terminology
  • pet behavior

Nice to have

  • professional development

Role summary

Caring Hands Animal Hospital in Rockville is seeking a full-time Veterinary Receptionist to be the primary point of contact for clients and their pets. This role requires strong customer service skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a passion for animal care. Responsibilities include greeting clients, managing appointments and payments, handling client calls, and understanding basic veterinary protocols. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Availability for day, evening, and every other Saturday shifts is required.

Caring Hands Animal Hospital Rockville is hiring a full-time Front-desk Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our veterinary clients, playing a crucial role in setting the tone for their visit. We are looking for a customer service professional who excels in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, and is passionate about animal care.

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

    Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 32–40 hours per week, Monday- Friday 7:30AM-8PM, Saturdays 8AM-4PM

    Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
  • Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
  • Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.
  • Understand common vaccination protocols, basic lab tests, common diseases, veterinary terminology, and pet behavior.
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a positive client experience.
  • Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a veterinary receptionist is required
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to maintain a calm, professional, and positive demeanor
  • About Caring Hands Rockville

    At Caring Hands, everything we do is driven by compassion and a deep sense of purpose. Our approach to veterinary care is transparent, personalized, and rooted in trust—attracting a team of passionate professionals who live out our core values every day.

    We lead with integrity, act with reliability, and support each other—and you—with a true Go Team mindset. Our goal is to create a welcoming space where both pets and their people feel seen, heard, and cared for.

    We’re dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every patient and client, fostering a sense of community inside and outside our hospitals. United by a shared mission, we’re here to help you and your pet thrive—together

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