Job Description

Lead Veterinary Receptionist

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position. Shifts are scheduled within our hospital's hours of operation: Monday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM and Rotating weekends and holidays required

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital at Wildwood is hiring a full-time Lead Veterinary Receptionist to be the knowledgeable, welcoming face at our front desk. This role goes beyond typical administrative assistant duties—it’s about delivering knowledgeable service while confidently communicating in the language of veterinary care. Whether discussing vaccines, explaining procedures, or coordinating appointments, your ability to speak the lingo and anticipate client needs will directly contribute to smoother appointments, stronger client relationships, and better patient outcomes.

What to Expect

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

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement for full-time team members—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too!
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO. Take the time you need to recharge.
• 401(k) with a generous company We invest in your future while you care for our pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
• Hands-on training and mentorship to support long-term growth across a variety of roles within the hospital, whether you’re aiming to grow in client care, pursue hands-on animal work, or simply build a meaningful long-term role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage front desk operations and ensure a warm, welcoming environment for clients and their pets.
• Supervise and train reception staff, promoting a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Address client concerns with empathy and professionalism, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Be the first point of contact: Greet clients and their pets warmly, complete the sign-in process, verify and confirm appointment details, and ensure clients feel informed and reassured.
• Support clinical flow: Escort clients to exam rooms, assist in relaying key information between clients and clinical staff.
• Manage client communications: Handle incoming calls for appointments, care questions, prescription refills, and more. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-up care.
• Operate with accuracy: Process payments, manage invoicing, and schedule future appointments with attention to detail.
• Speak the language: Understand and communicate clearly about common vaccines, lab tests, procedures, pet behavior, and veterinary terminology.
• Create a welcoming space: Help maintain a clean, organized, and client-ready environment—including occasionally assisting with pet-related clean-up to ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a veterinary office is required.
• Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures
• Comfort discussing sensitive topics (e.g., end-of-life care, financial discussions) with empathy
• Ability to maintain a calm, professional, and positive demeanor

About Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital was founded in October 2000 with the mission to provide the very best care combined with the latest and most up-to-date facilities and equipment. Our staff, as a team, is dedicated through continuing education and compassion to provide our patients with the level of care we would demand for our own pets.

As an AAHA-Accredited practice, these principles are our passion and by fulfilling them, we are living our dream of knowing that we make a difference by helping animals every day.

We are happy to see Canine, Feline, Equine, and Pocket Pets!