Job Description

Who we are

University Place Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Receptionist!

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Receptionist
• Status: Full-Time
• Salary: $18.00–$20.00 per hour
• Schedule: Four x 10-hour shifts. Weekends off.

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Receptionist Role That Lights Your Fire Instead of Burning You Out?

University Place Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Receptionist to join our dedicated team. If you’re looking for predictability in your schedule, meaningful client interactions, and a supportive team culture, we’d love to meet you.

Working together to uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that caring for our patients starts with caring for one another. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie, learning, and professional growth.

Why Our Veterinary Receptionists Love University Place Veterinary Hospital

• Four-day work weeks that support work-life balance
• Lunch breaks on the regular
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Employee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mind
• Opportunities to use your veterinary skills to better your community
• A supportive team that values growth, learning, and collaboration

What You’ll Do

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Answer phones, route calls appropriately, and respond to voicemails promptly
• Schedule appointments and manage a multi-doctor calendar efficiently
• Check patients in and out while ensuring accurate client and patient information
• Collect payments, process invoices, and review estimates with clients
• Support daily front desk operations and hospital workflow
• Help create a positive experience for every client and patient visit

What Our Veterinary Receptionists Bring

• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience
• Ability to multitask and stay organized
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to support coworkers

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

You miss every shot you don't take; don't miss this one. Apply today and discover what makes University Place Veterinary Hospital such a rewarding place to build your career!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at University Place Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.