Front-Desk Receptionist at Rye Harrison Veterinary Hospital

Compensation

$19 – $22/hr

Location: Rye Brook, New York
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jul 1, 2026

Description

Rye Harrison Veterinary Hospital is expanding and needs a full-time Front-Desk Receptionist for their new location in August 2026. The role involves being the primary point of contact for veterinary clients, handling administrative tasks like scheduling, payments, and data entry, all while providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills

customer service
communication
appointment scheduling
phone management
data entry
payment processing
Microsoft Office

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Minimum 1 year of experience in a front desk, receptionist, or customer service representative role
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated customer service skills with strong verbal and written communication, including active listening, managing client inquiries, and conveying information clearly and compassionately
Experience with appointment scheduling, multi-line phone management, data entry, and payment processing or point-of-sale (POS) systems
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively and adapt quickly to new systems and workflows in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn electronic medical records (EMR) or practice management software through structured onboarding
Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and professionalism, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Genuine affinity for animals; comfortable working in a clinical environment that includes animal patients