Veterinary Receptionist - St. Helens, OR

Veterinary Receptionist Opportunity

Columbia Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Receptionist!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced Veterinary Receptionist
• Status: Part-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am5 pm; no nights, weekends, or major holidays

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, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program

We're "that practice" the one people want to work at. At Columbia Veterinary Clinic, we're proud of the care we provide and the culture we've built. If you're looking for teamwork, respect, and a place where you can be your authentic self, keep reading.

Why Our Veterinary Receptionists Love Columbia Veterinary Clinic

• Predictable scheduling and respect for your time
• No nights or major holidays
• Real lunch breaks yes, actually
• Flexibility when life happens
• Opportunities to expand your skillset and grow professionally
• Supportive environment where questions are welcomed
• A workplace where being yourself is encouraged
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks

What You'll Do

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Check patients in and out while ensuring accurate records
• Collect payments, process invoices, and review estimates with clients
• Communicate hospital policies, pricing, and service information clearly
• Handle client concerns with empathy and professionalism
• Coordinate appointments and help optimize clinic flow
• Assist the team with daily tasks to keep operations running smoothly

What Our Veterinary Receptionists Bring

• Familiarity with veterinary terminology and hospital workflows preferred
• Experience with veterinary practice management software preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to coordinate appointments and manage schedules efficiently
• Experience discussing estimates, services, and payments with clients
• Compassionate communication and client education skills
• Positive attitude and collaborative mindset

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• Positive clinic culture that values you as a person
• Flexibility that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities to use your skills to better your community
• Team celebrations and occasional treats
• Regular lunch breaks
• A genuinely supportive environment where people care about one another

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!

If you've made it this far, you might as well make it official apply today and become part of the Columbia Veterinary Clinic team!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Columbia Veterinary Clinic 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.