Veterinary Assistant Receptionist Jobs
Veterinary Assistant Receptionist jobs are open across private veterinary clinics, emergency animal hospitals, and specialty practices, from entry-level to experienced positions, with specializations in front-desk coordination, patient intake, and clinical support. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Dayton South Veterinary Clinic is seeking a part time receptionist to join our busy 2 doctor small animal, avian, & exotics practice.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Greeting clients in a timely, professional, and friendly manner
- Answering multiple phone lines in a timely manner
- Scheduling appointments, surgical procedures, boarding reservations
- Filing charts
- Maintaining a clean and organized front desk work environment
- Recording medical information in charts
- Checking clients in & out for appointments
- Collecting payments (credit cards, cash, & Care Credit)
- Handling cash and balancing out cash drawer daily
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Prior customer service and/or veterinary experience is preferred. Competent communication and computer skills are needed. Experience with Cornerstone software and Care Credit is a plus.
Morning, evening, and Saturday availability needed. Benefits offered include health & dental insurance, 401 k retirement plan, and employee pet discount. Salary based on experience level. Please contact us if you're interested in joining our team.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Kettering, OH 45429 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kettering, OH 45429: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Dayton South Veterinary Clinic is seeking a part time receptionist to join our busy 2 doctor small animal, avian, & exotics practice.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Greeting clients in a timely, professional, and friendly manner
- Answering multiple phone lines in a timely manner
- Scheduling appointments, surgical procedures, boarding reservations
- Filing charts
- Maintaining a clean and organized front desk work environment
- Recording medical information in charts
- Checking clients in & out for appointments
- Collecting payments (credit cards, cash, & Care Credit)
- Handling cash and balancing out cash drawer daily
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Prior customer service and/or veterinary experience is preferred. Competent communication and computer skills are needed. Experience with Cornerstone software and Care Credit is a plus.
Morning, evening, and Saturday availability needed. Benefits offered include health & dental insurance, 401 k retirement plan, and employee pet discount. Salary based on experience level. Please contact us if you're interested in joining our team.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Kettering, OH 45429 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kettering, OH 45429: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Mission Pet Health69
- PetVet Care Centers44
- Vetcor26
- Western Veterinary Partners23
- Petco20
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary assistant receptionist jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with one or more years of veterinary or animal care experience
- Proficiency in veterinary practice management software such as Avimark, Cornerstone, or ezyVet
- Strong client communication skills for handling phone calls, check-ins, and emotionally difficult conversations
- Ability to safely restrain and handle small animals, cats, and dogs during routine procedures
- Knowledge of basic veterinary medical terminology, common medications, and vaccination schedules
- Current or in-progress veterinary assistant certification from a NAVTA-approved program
Tips for Your Veterinary Assistant Receptionist Job Search
Tailor your resume for dual duties
Veterinary assistant receptionist roles blend clinical and administrative work, so your resume needs to reflect both. List patient handling, medication prep, and restraint experience alongside scheduling software, client communication, and billing tasks to show you can cover the full role.
Highlight species-specific handling experience
Many clinics specialize in small animals, exotics, or equine care. When you apply to a listing, call out in your cover letter the specific species you've worked with. A general "animal handling" line won't distinguish you from candidates who have never touched a rabbit or reptile.
Earn a veterinary assistant certification before applying
Completing a recognized program like the NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant certificate strengthens your application significantly, especially at corporate chains that use structured hiring criteria. It signals clinical competence even if your front-desk experience is stronger than your back-office background.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists veterinary assistant receptionist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers at vet practices frequently ask how you'd handle a distressed pet owner at the front desk while a technician needs help in the back. Practice answers that show you can triage competing demands calmly, because that tension is a daily reality in this role.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
Veterinary practices often run early-morning, evening, and weekend shifts. During the offer stage, ask directly about rotating versus fixed schedules and holiday coverage expectations. Knowing the rotation before you accept prevents burnout and gives you room to counter if the hours don't match your availability.
Veterinary Assistant Receptionist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most veterinary assistant receptionists?
The most active employers for veterinary assistant receptionists right now are Mission Pet Health, PetVet Care Centers, and Vetcor, and the most openings are in Florida, North Carolina, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate veterinary groups and emergency animal hospitals tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many veterinary assistant receptionist jobs are remote?
About 2% of veterinary assistant receptionist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most duties require in-person animal handling and face-to-face client interaction. The sub-areas most likely to have remote or hybrid components are administrative billing, client follow-up calls, and telemedicine appointment coordination at larger multi-location practices.
How do you become a veterinary assistant receptionist?
Start by completing a high school diploma and gaining hands-on experience through volunteering at an animal shelter or shadowing at a local clinic. Enroll in a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program to build clinical knowledge, then practice using veterinary management software to strengthen your administrative side. Apply to entry-level openings that combine front-desk and technician support duties to build a combined skill set from day one.
Can you get hired as a veterinary assistant receptionist with no experience?
Yes, many clinics hire candidates with little direct experience if you demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for animal care and strong customer service instincts. Volunteering at a humane society, pet-sitting professionally, or completing a short veterinary assistant course all serve as credible substitutes for paid clinic work. Smaller independent practices and shelters are typically more willing to train entry-level hires than large corporate chains.
What does the veterinary assistant receptionist interview process look like?
Most practices run a phone screen followed by one or two in-person rounds. The first in-person interview usually covers your animal handling comfort level, software familiarity, and how you manage a busy front desk under pressure. Some clinics ask you to shadow a shift or complete a brief practical assessment with a friendly patient before they extend an offer, particularly at emergency and specialty hospitals.
Where can I find and apply to veterinary assistant receptionist jobs?
You can find and apply to veterinary assistant receptionist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and schedule, then apply directly to each one that fits your situation.
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