Northshore Humane Society Receptionist

Summary: We are in search of a part-time receptionist to provide administrative/clerical support to the NHS Community Vet Clinic. Duties include scheduling appointments, answering telephone, setting up new clients and patients, admiting and discharging patients, filling some prescriptions, managing over the counter sales, computer operations, conducting customer financial transactions, filing, and maintaining front office and reception area. Receptionists have responsibility for acquiring the necessary medical and legal documentation from any individual receiving or participating in a service provided by NHS.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and ability to remain flexible under pressure.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize and set priorities a must
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office (especially Word & Excel) and ability to learn new programs quickly
• Ability to stand, walk, talk, bend, squat, reach above shoulder heights, lift, push or pull up to 50lbs for situations of restraining or moving animals, lifting food and supplies, etc.
• Two years in customer service, animal-related, and/or non-profit settings preferred

Shift is Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person