<p>At Sacramento Animal Hospital, we have been providing trusted veterinary care since 1941. Our full-service medical center specializes in the treatment of dogs and cats, offering services such as wellness and preventive care, dental care, diagnostics, and surgery. We are proud to be an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) since 1995. Our mission is to work as a team to provide the highest quality care to both our patients and their people, with compassion in a friendly and comfortable setting. We strive to promote preventive care and education in our community, ensuring that every patient and client receives personalized attention. Located in the heart of Sacramento, our hospital is easily accessible and deeply connected to the community. Sacramento offers a vibrant cultural scene, numerous parks, and a rich history, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities along the American River Parkway or exploring the diverse culinary landscape, Sacramento provides a dynamic backdrop for both personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and are looking to join a dedicated team that values trust, compassion, and personalized care, we would love to welcome you to Sacramento Animal Hospital! As a Receptionist you will: Receive and place calls to clients for the purpose of scheduling. Prioritize multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner. Maintain proper documentation through client and pet records, i.e. referral documentation, previous medical history received, etc. Assist all clients by providing necessary instructions, information and invoices, dispense prescription items per the veterinarian's instructions, and schedule all future appointments. Utilize hospital computer systems to document medical records and communicate with clients and teammates. Manage the financial needs of the hospital by maintaining accurate balances through collection of client transactions, following all cash and credit card handling procedures, and following proper opening and closing procedures. Excellent customer service skills and an exceptional level of communication in a professional manner. Advocate for pets through client education on preventative care, pet health needs, treatment recommendations and all other hospital services/procedures. Maintain a positive attitude in all interactions with clients, pets and other teammates. Demonstrate ability to show empathy toward clients and treat pets with compassion and respect. Utilizing standard office/business equipment. Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures. Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts. Experience with veterinary software is preferred. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments. Possession of organizational skills. Critical thinking - Understanding logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, good judgment and ability to manage stressful situations. Pay range of $20.00-$22.00/hour based on experience Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).</p>