About the role
Flatt Veterinary Clinic | Cookeville, TN
- Make a Difference for Pets and the People Who Love Them
- Flatt Veterinary Clinic is looking for a friendly, dependable, and compassionate Part-Time Client Service Representative (CSR) to join our team in Cookeville, Tennessee!
- Our Client Service Representatives are often the first and last person a client interacts with during their visit, making this role an important part of creating a positive experience for both pets and their families. We're looking for someone who enjoys helping people, loves animals, communicates well, and can stay organized in a busy veterinary clinic.
- If you're an experienced veterinary receptionist, client service representative, medical receptionist, or simply someone with excellent people skills who would love to work in veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you!
- Pay: $14–$17 per hour, depending on experience.
Schedule
This is a part-time position with a consistent weekday and Saturday schedule.
- Work two full weekdays per week
- Work a minimum of two Saturdays per month
- Every Saturday from May through September is required
- Additional hours may be available and are required periodically to provide coverage for employee vacations, illness, or other staffing needs
- Seasonal flexibility and willingness to pick up additional shifts is strongly preferred
This position is ideal for someone who wants a regular part-time schedule but is also dependable and flexible when additional coverage is needed.
As a Client Service Representative, you'll help keep the front desk and client experience running smoothly. Responsibilities may include:
- Welcome clients and their pets with a warm, friendly, and professional attitude.
- Provide exceptional customer service in person and over the phone.
- Answer incoming calls, respond to client questions, and direct calls to the appropriate team member.
- Schedule, confirm, reschedule, and cancel veterinary appointments.
- Check clients and patients in and out of the clinic accurately and efficiently.
- Collect payments and accurately process cash, credit card, and other forms of payment.
- Explain invoices, payment options, and available services to clients.
- Maintain accurate client and patient information in the veterinary practice management system.
- Prepare and maintain medical records and other necessary documentation.
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, and other members of the hospital team.
- Help coordinate client flow and minimize wait times.
- Keep the reception area clean, organized, and welcoming.
- Communicate updates to clients and help address concerns professionally.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client and patient information appropriately.
- Provide compassionate support to clients during difficult or emotional situations.
- Assist with general administrative and front-desk duties as needed.
- Work as part of a collaborative veterinary team to provide an exceptional client and patient experience.
The ideal candidate is
- Friendly and approachable with a genuine desire to help people.
- Dependable and responsible and follows through on commitments.
- Compassionate toward both pets and their families.
- Detail-oriented and able to maintain accuracy while multitasking.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change throughout the day.
- A strong communicator who can interact professionally with clients and coworkers.
- A team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
- Comfortable with computers and learning veterinary practice management software.
- Able to remain calm and professional when working with upset, worried, or emotional clients.
- Willing to learn and contribute wherever needed to support the clinic.
- Flexible and willing to provide additional coverage for vacations, illness, and seasonal staffing needs.
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
- Veterinary hospital or animal clinic
- Veterinary receptionist or client service
- Medical or dental office
- Healthcare customer service
- Hospitality or retail customer service
- Appointment scheduling or front-desk administration
Veterinary experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate. We value a positive attitude, strong work ethic, compassion, and a commitment to excellent client service.
At Flatt Veterinary Clinic, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a team that is passionate about providing quality veterinary care and making a difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If you're looking for a part-time veterinary receptionist, veterinary client service representative, or animal hospital front desk position in Cookeville, TN, and want to be part of a team where your work matters, we'd love to meet you!
Apply Today
If you are dependable, compassionate, customer-focused, and excited about working with pets and their people, we'd love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume for consideration.