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Care Coordinator

PetVet Care Centers, Springfield, VA, United States


PetVet Care Centers' The Regional Veterinary Referral Center

is currently seeking a

Care Coordinator

to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the

Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time.

That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than

420 locally led hospitals

and over

11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

Local autonomy with national support

Career mobility and development opportunities

A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview
The Care Coordinator supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. Performs a variety of clerical and customer service work in providing support to the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Offers owners and potential owners a warm and friendly greeting in person or on the phone; answers their questions

Provide top notch customer service

Maintain a professional appearance (clothes and attitude)

Maintains clean exam rooms and lobby

Identify and work compassionately with clients in various emotional states

Responds to inquiries about the range of services the practice provides and the species it treats; refers to appropriate department/staff member as needed

Coordinates the flow of pets and owners in the lobby; placates owners distressed by long waits, scheduling glitches, and other problems

Recognizes the symptoms of pet(s) and owners in crisis; handles basic medical emergencies appropriately

Assists owners when picking up medications, ashes or special dietary products; answers questions

Inputs data to practice management software to check pets in; makes simple postings to accounts; compiles data for various reports

Highly skilled at typing and editing a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other material ensuring accuracy

Maintains professional in writing for responding to emails or documenting in database

Receives and distributes incoming mail; processes and stamps outgoing mail

Performs cashiering duties; processes refunds, returns and credits as needed

Organizes and processes all payment plans

Processes billing statements and collections

May weigh pets when they come in for exams, procedures, etc.

Processes faxes

Shows up for work regularly; full time presence at work is essential for every shift

Obtain previous records from other facilities and adds to patient chart

Able to learn basic veterinary medicine terminology

Be able to multi-task efficiently

May take medication refill requests and messages for doctors

Able to use Windows based computer systems, word processing, email, web search and other skills needed to use software.

Able to reconcile the drawer and complete end of day duties at the close of the day

Performs other duties as assigned by Hospital Manager and Medical Director

Qualifications (Required)

High school diploma or GED

May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience

Previous reception experience at another Emergency Veterinary Hospital and strong typing and computer use skills.

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)

Over 2 years of experience as an ER receptionist.

Schedule

Open for Full Time and Part Time

Full Time:

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 10:30AM-11PM

Wednesday to Friday - 10:30 AM–11 PM

Part Time: Saturday to Sunday - 7AM–7:30PM

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$20—$23 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a

Culture of Care

— for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With

more than 420 hospitals across the U.S.

and a team of over

11,000 dedicated professionals , including

1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on

partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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