Client Care Coordinator

Job Description

Customer Service Representative (CSR)

Blackforest Veterinary Clinic | Full-Time / Part-Time | $17.50 - $19.50 per hour, depending on experience

About Us

Blackforest Veterinary Clinic is a growing hospital dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients and the families who love them. As our practice expands, we are looking for a warm, organized, and dependable Customer Service Representative to join our front desk team. You will be the first and last face clients see, and you will set the tone for every visit.

Position Summary

The CSR is the heart of our front office. You will welcome clients and their pets, manage the flow of appointments, handle check-in and check-out, and communicate clearly and kindly with pet owners, sometimes during stressful or emotional moments. You will work closely with our veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to keep the hospital running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients warmly in person, by phone, and by email or text
• Answer multi-line phones, schedule appointments, and manage the daily appointment calendar
• Check patients in and out, update client and patient records, and verify contact information
• Process payments, explain invoices and estimates, and handle payment plans or third-party financing options
• Communicate with clients about treatment plans, medication refills, and follow-up care, escalating medical questions to the clinical team
• Coordinate patient flow between the lobby, exam rooms, and treatment areas to minimize wait times
• Manage incoming and outgoing records requests, referrals, and pharmacy or lab communications
• Send appointment and vaccine reminders and follow up on outstanding recalls
• Respond with empathy and professionalism to clients experiencing grief, including end-of-life and euthanasia appointments
• Keep the reception area, front desk, and client spaces clean, tidy, and welcoming
• Support the team with general administrative tasks as the hospital grows

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, patient demeanor
• Comfort handling a busy, fast-paced environment and multitasking
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software quickly
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong team-first attitude
• Ability to remain calm and compassionate with upset or anxious clients

Preferred

• 1+ year of customer service, reception, or medical front office experience
• Prior veterinary clinic experience
• Familiarity with veterinary practice management software (e.g., Cornerstone, AVImark, ezyVet, Provet, or similar)
• Cash handling or POS experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Skills and Traits We Value

• A genuine love of animals and the people who care for them
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with records and payments
• Problem-solving and the ability to stay composed under pressure
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow with a developing practice
• Respectful, collaborative approach to working with a diverse team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs occasionally (pet food, supplies, and assisting with small pets)
• Comfort being around animals of all kinds, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets
• Exposure to animal dander, noise, and odors typical of a veterinary hospital

Schedule

Hours will include weekdays and rotating Saturdays, with some evening shifts depending on clinic needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, if offered
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee discount on veterinary care, food, and products for your own pets
• Continuing education and training opportunities
• Retirement plan or match, if offered
• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding hospital

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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