Veterinary Receptionist
All Creatures Animal Hospital
09.2020 - Current
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Fielded emergency calls and gave immediate emergency care over the phone until a doctor was available to pass them on to.
- Notified manager of incidents and potential incidents relating to patients and staff for swift action.
- Checked patient vaccination and health history to keep information current.
- Invoiced patients accurately in line with charging guidelines.
- Entered data from pet records and office visits into computer system.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Aided with patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Fielded phone calls from pet owners, answered questions and took messages for veterinarians.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Triaged incoming patients in person to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.