Veterinary Receptionist

Job overview

The Veterinary Receptionist role is onsite in Virginia Beach, VA. The stated pay range is $15–$17 per hour. The receptionist supports a privately owned small-animal general practice and its goal of facilitating excellent patient care. The role coordinates communication and administrative steps between clients and doctors, helping the practice assess incoming needs and manage appointments and records. By collecting client histories, answering questions, and supporting check-in and checkout, the receptionist helps the care team serve patients effectively.

What you'll do

• Answer phones and assess urgency of calls
• schedule appointments
• check clients in and out
• file, scan, and manage medical records
• facilitate interactions between clients and doctors
• collect client histories and answer questions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary receptionist

virginia beach va

full-time preferred

$15-$17/hour

small-animal practice

client service

appointment scheduling

medical records

saturday morning availability

animal medical center

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• For full-time employees: paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• uniform allowance
• health and dental insurance
• supplemental insurance through Aflac available
• discounted veterinary care.

Why this role

The practice ideally seeks a full-time candidate working 30 or more hours per week but will consider part-time availability. Saturday morning availability is requested; full-time employees generally work four weekdays and alternating Saturday mornings. Veterinary knowledge or experience is strongly preferred.

About the employer

Animal Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.