Veterinary Receptionist

Reception | Palatine, IL

Loving Care Animal Hospital is hiring a part-time veterinary receptionist to be the first point of contact for our veterinary clients, playing a crucial role in setting the tone for their visit. We are looking for a customer service professional who excels in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, and is passionate about animal care. We’re seeking someone with a mature, steady presence who brings strong professional judgment, reliability, and a collaborative mindset to the team.

What to Expect

As you join our mission to provide the highest standard of veterinary care in a compassionate manner, to develop an open, honest alliance with our clients and to celebrate the human-animal bond, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • No Weekend Hours!
  • Employee Pet Discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.
  • 401(k) plan
  • Guardian voluntary benefits

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a part-time position averaging 20 - 24 hours per week. This position is scheduled for 2 days per week, with shifts ranging from 8 to 10 hours. No weekend hours!

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
  • Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
  • Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.
  • Understand common vaccination protocols, basic lab tests, common diseases, veterinary terminology, and pet behavior.
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a positive client experience.

 Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in the veterinary field is required.
  • We’re seeking someone with a mature, steady presence who brings strong professional judgment, reliability, and a collaborative mindset to the team.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to maintain a calm, professional, and positive demeanor

About Loving Care Animal Hospital

Loving Care Animal Hospital was proudly awarded DVM Insider's #124 of the Top 500 Veterinary Clinics in the Country! ​Our goal is to provide the highest standard of veterinary care in a compassionate manner, to develop an open, honest alliance with our clients, and to celebrate the human-animal bond. We realize that your animal companions are beloved family members, and we strive to treat them with special attention.