Veterinary Receptionist/Assistant

Pet Hospital of Peñasquitos is a locally owned, full-service small animal practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets of all shapes and sizes. Led by Dr. Boyer, a Board-Certified Specialist in Reptile and Amphibian Practice, our team cares for dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, and a diverse range of exotics (including tortoises, snakes, lizards, amphibians, fish, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and more). We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our community, our clients, and our team.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated, high-energy Veterinary Receptionist / Assistant to join our dedicated team. This dual-role position serves as the primary face of our practice while providing vital support across front desk and clinical operations.

Whether you are an experienced veterinary professional or an enthusiastic animal lover looking to start your career in veterinary medicine, we encourage you to apply—we are happy to train the right candidate!

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Warmly greet clients and patients, answer phone inquiries, manage check-ins/check-outs, collect payments, and accurately update patient medical records.
• Schedule Management: Maintain and optimize the daily appointment calendar.
• Clinical Support: Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with administrative workflows, patient handling support, and floor communication.
• Practice Standards: Maintain a spotless, organized, and welcoming reception environment.
• Client Education: Provide general information on routine pet care, preventive wellness, and hospital services.

Qualifications & Skills

• Animal Comfort: Comfort and willingness to handle exotics, including snakes, reptiles, birds, and small mammals (Required).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Reliability & Adaptability: Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a collaborative team mindset.
• Experience: Previous veterinary receptionist or assistant experience preferred but not required

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10 - Full-time
• Weekdays with occasional Saturdays

If you are passionate about animals and have the necessary skills to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application along with your resume for consideration.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance

Ability to Relocate:

• San Diego, CA 92129: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person