Veterinary Receptionist
National Veterinary Associates (NVA)Group
Virginia Posted
- $15.00 to $18.00 per hour
- Full time
- 30 hours per week
- GP
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, Paid time off, Pet care discount
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About this job
City: Chesapeake
State: Virginia
Hospital Name: Mt. Pleasant Veterinary Clinic
Job Type: Support Staff
Veterinary Receptionist
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Schedule: Full time employment at 30 hours per week or more
Pay: $15-$18/hr based on experience
About Us
We are a compassionate, client-focused veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and outstanding service to their families. We are looking for a friendly, dependable Veterinary Receptionist to join our team and help create a welcoming experience for every client and patient.
About the Role
The Veterinary Receptionist is often the first and last point of contact for our clients. The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, professional, and comfortable working in a busy veterinary environment.
Responsibilities
- Greet clients and their pets warmly and professionally
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, and respond to client questions
- Check clients in and out and process payments accurately
- Maintain accurate patient and client records
- Communicate appointment instructions, estimates, and follow-up information
- Coordinate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and other team members
- Handle prescription and food requests according to practice protocols
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area
- Assist with client communication by phone, email, and in person
- Provide compassionate support to clients during routine visits and difficult situations
- Perform other administrative and customer-service duties as needed
Qualifications
- Previous veterinary reception, veterinary, medical, or customer-service experience preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask while maintaining a positive and professional attitude
- Basic computer skills and willingness to learn veterinary practice-management software
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team
- A genuine love and respect for animals is essential
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full time)
- Paid Time Off (full time)
- 401(k)/Retirement Plan (full time)
- Employee Pet Care Discounts (full and part time)
- Continuing Education Opportunities (full and part time)
- Supportive and collaborative team environment (full and part time)
- Opportunities for professional growth (full and part time)
How to Apply
If you are passionate about helping pets and their people and would love to be part of a caring veterinary team, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume to https://form.jotform.com/MtPleasantVet/application
National Veterinary Associates (NVA), part of a hospital group
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Listed pay $15.00 to $18.00 per hour ($31,200 to $37,440 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 9% below the US median of $18.23 an hour for veterinary receptionists. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Receptionist and client service pay guide
Posted September 11, 2026. Last checked on NVA Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic
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