Job Description
Veterinary Receptionist
Department: Receptionists
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour
Help Pets. Support People. Grow Your Veterinary Career.
Vernon Woods Animal Hospital is seeking a friendly, compassionate, and organized Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist to join our growing team in Sandy Springs, Georgia, just minutes from Atlanta.
As the first and last point of contact for our clients, you'll play an essential role in creating a welcoming, supportive experience for every pet and family that walks through our doors. If you enjoy building relationships, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for an opportunity to grow within veterinary medicine, we'd love to meet you.
Position Details
- Part-Time
- Approximately 25 hours per week (about 50 hours per pay period)
- Opportunity to grow into a full-time position as the hospital continues to expand and business needs evolve
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Veterinary Receptionist, you'll help keep our hospital running smoothly while providing exceptional service to our clients and patients.
Responsibilities include:
- Welcome clients and their pets with warmth, professionalism, and compassion.
- Answer incoming phone calls, schedule appointments, and assist with client questions.
- Check patients in and out efficiently while maintaining accurate medical records.
- Process invoices, payments, and client estimates.
- Coordinate communication between clients and the veterinary medical team.
- Manage appointment reminders and follow-up communications.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming reception area.
- Support administrative tasks that contribute to efficient daily hospital operations.
- Provide empathetic support during emotionally sensitive appointments, including emergencies and end-of-life care.
What We’re Looking For:
We're looking for someone who enjoys helping others and wants to make a meaningful impact every day.
Qualified candidates will have:
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
- A positive, professional, and compassionate attitude.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
- Confidence using computers and learning new software systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
- A genuine passion for animals and client care.
- Reliability, flexibility, and a collaborative team-first mindset.
- Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, medical office, animal shelter, or customer service role.
- Familiarity with veterinary terminology is a plus.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is welcomed but not required.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Frequently bend, kneel, stoop, and reach.
- Lift and carry pets and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
- Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and other small animals.
- Work in a veterinary healthcare environment with exposure to animal dander, fur, saliva, cleaning and disinfecting products, medical equipment, loud noises, and occasional exposure to bodily fluids.
Why Join Vernon Woods Animal Hospital
We've proudly served the Sandy Springs community for more than 40 years, building lasting relationships with pets and the families who love them. Our team believes in supporting one another, providing exceptional medicine, and creating an environment where employees can continue learning and growing.
- Flexible, consistent part-time schedule
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Employee discounts on veterinary services and products
- Comprehensive onboarding and hands-on training
- Ongoing professional development and internal learning opportunities
- Career growth opportunities within Vernon Woods Animal Hospital and our network of veterinary hospitals
- Supportive, collaborative team culture that values your contributions
Grow With Us
Whether you're already experienced in veterinary medicine or looking to continue building your career in animal healthcare, Vernon Woods Animal Hospital offers a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and make a difference every day.
If you're ready to join a team that's passionate about exceptional medicine, compassionate client care, and investing in its people, we'd love to hear from you!
