Lead Veterinary Receptionist

Southern Veterinary Partners LLC
  • Shiloh, IL
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    General Information

    Ref #

    55521

    Department

    Clerical

    Job Site

    Shiloh Animal Hospital

    Date Published

    10-02-2026

    Pay Class

    Full-Time

    Working Arrangement

    On-site, Remote

    Base Min.

    $ 21

    Base Max.

    $ 25

    Description & Requirements

    Company Overview

    Shiloh Animal Hospital is dedicated to delivering the highest standards of compassionate care, and we invite you to join a team where patient welfare is always the priority. We are proud to be an AAHA Accredited practice, a distinction that confirms our commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine. Our exceptional focus on quality is reflected in our outstanding 4.9-star Google rating, showing the deep trust our Morrisville, NC community places in us. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely succeed and feel supported in your professional journey, this is where you belong.

    When you join us, you become part of a larger network that is dedicated to your professional development. We believe in providing robust support so all our teammates can do their best work. This includes access to ample internal resources, continuing education programs, and structured plans to help you achieve your career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. We prioritize fostering a collaborative environment where every individual is empowered to grow and receive the support necessary to advance their skills.

    Shiloh Animal Hospital offers advanced, high-quality small animal medical care. As a teammate, you will be working with key medical technology and practice modern medicine with capabilities in both Ultrasound and complex Surgery. For those complex cases requiring specialty insight, our veterinarians have access to internal specialty consultations across the network, ensuring that we maintain a high standard of medical practice and continuous learning. We are committed to providing the diagnostic and therapeutic tools you need to practice comprehensive veterinary medicine.

    Morrisville, North Carolina, offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and the intellectual energy of the Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle Park region. This highly desirable area is known for its excellent quality of life, diverse community, and accessibility to major cultural, recreational, and culinary attractions. Whether you prefer a quick commute, access to beautiful North Carolina parks, or weekend adventures to the coast or mountains, Morrisville places you right in the center of the action, providing an exceptional lifestyle outside of the hospital.

    Job Description

    Your Impact as a Lead Customer Service Representative

    As a Lead Customer Service Representative (Lead CSR), you are a working leader who sets the tone for the hospital's first impression. You support daily front desk operations while providing essential guidance, coaching, and support to the CSR team. In this role, you are responsible for maintaining exceptional client experiences, reinforcing service standards, and serving as the primary point of escalation for client and workflow issues. You partner closely with hospital leadership to ensure smooth operations, team alignment, and a positive, collaborative culture.

    Your Impact Will Include:

    • Leading by Example: You will serve as a role model for service excellence, professionalism, and teamwork, performing all core CSR duties including scheduling, check-ins, and financial transactions.
    • Mentoring the Team: You will support the onboarding and training of new CSRs, providing real-time coaching, feedback, and development planning to help your teammates succeed.
    • Solving Problems: You will act as the first point of escalation for client concerns and service recovery, using sound judgment to resolve issues and identifying workflow gaps to suggest improvements.
    • Driving Communication: You will build strong relationships across departments (technicians, veterinarians, leadership) and handle sensitive or escalated client conversations with confidence and care.
    • Managing Operations: You will support daily front desk coverage, monitor client experience, and ensure the accuracy of scheduling, records, and reporting.
    • Championing Culture: You will lead with integrity and empathy, maintaining a calm, supportive presence during high-volume situations and reinforcing hospital values.

    What You'll Bring to the Team

    • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
    • Minimum of 2 years of customer service experience is required.
    • Strong computer skills, including experience with scheduling systems and POS platforms.
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and professionally.
    • Prior lead, senior, or mentoring experience is strongly preferred.
    • Experience in veterinary, healthcare, or multi-location service environments is preferred.

    Responsibilities and Benefits

    How You're Supported

    As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

    Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

    Competitive Compensation

    A competitive hourly rate based on your experience and leadership role.

    Total Wellbeing

    Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

    Financial Health

    Plan for your future with a 401k retirement plan, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.

    Commitment to Growth

    We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development and training.

    The Power of a Network

    Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

    Valuable Perks

    Enjoy paid time off, discounted veterinary care for your own pets, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

    About Mission Pet Health

    Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

    Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

    Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. Manual dexterity to operate computers and office equipment. Ability to communicate clearly with clients and team members. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

    Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

    EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationShiloh, IL

    Skills

    • Animal Careunmatched
    • Clinical Practices/Protocolsunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Escalationsunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Financial Transactionsunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Healthcare Qualityunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Manual Dexterityunmatched
    • Medicineunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Point of Sale (POS) Systemsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Standards of Careunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training Program Developmentunmatched
    • Ultrasoundunmatched
    • Veterinary Hospitalunmatched
    • Veterinary Medicineunmatched
    • Workflow Analysisunmatched

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