Veterinary Receptionist

Career Opportunities with Well Haven Pet Health – Coon Rapids

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Well Haven Pet Health is built on a foundation of "Well People, Well Pets, Well Practice, and Well Community". With over 40 hospitals and growing, we are committed to supporting our teams with a positive culture, strong mentorship, and opportunities for growth. Our collaborative, team-centered approach ensures that both pets and people receive the care and support they deserve.

As the first point of contact, the Receptionist plays a crucial role in setting a positive and caring tone for each client’s experience. The primary responsibility of this position is to convert incoming calls into scheduled appointments, ensuring that every interaction is positive and welcoming and results in client engagement.

• Convert incoming client calls into scheduled appointments using effective communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Use a proactive approach to managing calls, educating clients, and fostering relationships encouraging repeat visits and client loyalty.
• Maximum client call conversion by effectively managing incoming phone calls, addressing client needs, and scheduling appointments to ensure optimal veterinary care for pets.
• Convert > 20% of New Client incoming calls to scheduled appointments.
• Promote the practice’s Care Companion Plans and services during calls, educating clients and encouraging them to take advantage of preventive care options.
• Perform weekly proactive reminder phone calls to clients that are coming due or overdue for services.
• Administer essential receptionist duties, including patient intake and discharge, while ensuring smooth transitions for every call-to-appointment process.
• Facilitate client education and utilization of client-facing online pharmacy.
• Handle cashier duties, including reconciling the cash drawer daily and completing opening and closing processes with precision and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate medical charts for all patients and facilitate smooth transition from phone calls to in-person care.
• Work closely with the veterinary team to streamline patient flow and enhance the client’s experience.
• Ensure the reception area remains clean and inviting, supporting an excellent first impression and facilitating smooth call-to-appointment transitions.

• Provide exceptional service by converting every client call into a booked appointment.
• Exhibit strong communication and organizational skills to manage client calls effectively, providing accurate information and personalized service to increase appointment conversion rates.
• Adapt to each client’s unique needs, ensuring calls are handled with empathy and responsiveness, ultimately increasing client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
• Proactively resolve customer complaints, ensuring each client feels heard and valued.

• Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
• Learn basic veterinary technical skills, such as animal restraint and lab duties, to enhance client service and support the smooth flow of calls and appointments.
• Take on other responsibilities as assigned to contribute to overall team success and improve call-to-conversion efficiency.

• Multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, especially during busy call periods.
• Remain calm and focused while addressing high call volumes and ensuring a positive experience for every caller.
• Learn new computer software systems (PIMs, scheduling, etc.) and use them to streamline client calls and appointments.
• Handling dogs, cats, and exotic animals.
• Typing 40+ wpm (keyboard).
• Basic MS Office products (Word, Excel) and email systems.
• Strong customer service focus with the ability to adapt to individual clients, creating a personalized experience that encourages appointment booking.
• Excellent phone demeanor, displaying a professional, empathetic tone while converting calls into scheduled visits.
• Effective…