Veterinary Receptionist - Columbia, MO

Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Receptionist Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Three x 12‑hour shifts Benefits Highlights Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, up to three weeks of paid parental leave, generous PTO, and employee discounts Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program What You’ll Do Answer a multi‑line phone system Greet clients and patients when they enter and leave the hospital Schedule and confirm appointments for general services and emergency services Handle cash and payment transactions Provide compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets Communicate with clients, including outbound follow‑up calls and outreach to prospective clients Qualifications Able and willing to work weekends, nights, and holidays At least 1 to 2 years of experience working in a small animal practice or kennel work Comfortable working on feet for the majority of an 8–12‑hour shift Physically able to lift up to 50 lb. unassisted Strong communication and client‑service skills are a must; tact and diplomacy are often required Ability to work with clients and patients in a professional, friendly, hospitable manner Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits Flexible compensation reflecting skill set and 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 (accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long‑term disability, legal, and life for employee, spouse, and child) (full‑time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for birth or adoption (full‑time only; available after one year of service) 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Horton Animal Hospital, Discovery, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr