Community Veterinary Partners
Customer Service Representative (CSR) | Tri-City Animal & Bird
Community Veterinary Partners, Ellisville, Missouri, United States
Customer Service Representative (CSR) | Tri‑City Animal & Bird
Tri‑City Animal & Bird Clinic is looking for a friendly, customer‑service focused individual to join our growing hospital. Our goal is to provide excellent veterinary services to the community in a nurturing, educational, and fun environment for employees, clients, and animals.
Pay Range Community Veterinary Partners provided pay range: $16.00/hr – $20.00/hr
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care to all patients.
Greet clients and pets by name.
Answer phones promptly and professionally using a multi‑line phone system.
Receive and transmit faxes.
Take and deliver messages promptly to appropriate staff.
Pull medical records of patients so staff can properly document information.
Note in medical records the details discussed during client conversations including the date, time, key points of the discussion and any action required.
Check medical and computer records for accurate client addresses, phone numbers and emails.
Weigh pets each visit and record weights in medical records and on computer.
Schedule appointments according to hospital scheduling guidelines.
Answer clients’ questions about veterinary services and products and provide knowledgeable advice about wellness, prevention and disease.
Verify prescriptions including prescription diets as well as flea and tick medications and provide routine administration instructions to clients.
Prepare consent forms, estimates/treatment plans and be able to discuss the hospital’s financial policies with clients.
Prepare health certificates and/or proof of vaccination as requested by the client.
Advise clients on proper nutrition, flea/tick/heartworm preventatives, pre‑anesthetic testing, pain management, shampoos, home dental products and other retail items.
Maintain a clean, neat reception area and front desk.
Explain invoices to show value for the care provided, stating all services and products before the total.
Collect payment when services are rendered, including making change for cash payments, processing credit cards and getting proper ID for checks.
Know fees for routine services.
Retrieve, update and file patient medical records.
Clean up after pets’ accidents in the reception area, exam rooms and exterior sidewalks.
Collect specimens that clients bring in for lab analysis, label and take to the lab area.
Recognize emergency situations, enlisting the aid of doctors and technicians.
Be able to explain services offered.
Maintain food and supply storage.
Understand infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread.
Attend monthly mandatory staff meetings.
Skills Needed
Love and compassion for animals.
Positive attitude.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
Effective communication with clients in person and by phone.
Ability to work with computer‑based veterinary software.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Physical Obligations
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment.
Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance.
401(k).
PTO.
Uniform allowance.
Great pet care discount.
Friendly and compassionate work environment.
Tri‑City Animal & Bird Clinic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Tri‑City Animal & Bird Clinic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Pay Range Community Veterinary Partners provided pay range: $16.00/hr – $20.00/hr
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care to all patients.
Greet clients and pets by name.
Answer phones promptly and professionally using a multi‑line phone system.
Receive and transmit faxes.
Take and deliver messages promptly to appropriate staff.
Pull medical records of patients so staff can properly document information.
Note in medical records the details discussed during client conversations including the date, time, key points of the discussion and any action required.
Check medical and computer records for accurate client addresses, phone numbers and emails.
Weigh pets each visit and record weights in medical records and on computer.
Schedule appointments according to hospital scheduling guidelines.
Answer clients’ questions about veterinary services and products and provide knowledgeable advice about wellness, prevention and disease.
Verify prescriptions including prescription diets as well as flea and tick medications and provide routine administration instructions to clients.
Prepare consent forms, estimates/treatment plans and be able to discuss the hospital’s financial policies with clients.
Prepare health certificates and/or proof of vaccination as requested by the client.
Advise clients on proper nutrition, flea/tick/heartworm preventatives, pre‑anesthetic testing, pain management, shampoos, home dental products and other retail items.
Maintain a clean, neat reception area and front desk.
Explain invoices to show value for the care provided, stating all services and products before the total.
Collect payment when services are rendered, including making change for cash payments, processing credit cards and getting proper ID for checks.
Know fees for routine services.
Retrieve, update and file patient medical records.
Clean up after pets’ accidents in the reception area, exam rooms and exterior sidewalks.
Collect specimens that clients bring in for lab analysis, label and take to the lab area.
Recognize emergency situations, enlisting the aid of doctors and technicians.
Be able to explain services offered.
Maintain food and supply storage.
Understand infectious diseases and how to control and prevent their spread.
Attend monthly mandatory staff meetings.
Skills Needed
Love and compassion for animals.
Positive attitude.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
Effective communication with clients in person and by phone.
Ability to work with computer‑based veterinary software.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Physical Obligations
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment.
Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance.
401(k).
PTO.
Uniform allowance.
Great pet care discount.
Friendly and compassionate work environment.
Tri‑City Animal & Bird Clinic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Tri‑City Animal & Bird Clinic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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