Lead Veterinary Receptionist/ Office Manager Job at The Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital, Indianapolis, IN

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  • The Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital
  • Indianapolis, IN

Job Description



The Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital opened its doors in 1984 under the leadership of Dr. Erik Tysklind and remains under his experienced leadership to this day. We are a busy, patient-focused practice dedicated to its core values.

Our practice consists of 2 full-time Veterinarians along with several RVTs, support staff, and practice manager, with many members of the team being with the practice for 10+ years. At the Paw Patch, we are a family, with each team member supporting and encouraging the growth of another.

Our team is seeking an enthusiastic, client advocate focused on providing the same 5-star care that our clients and patients have come to know and expect. Our ideal candidate will have prior experience working in a veterinary setting, with Cornerstone software experience being a plus. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, PTO, uniform allowance, and employee discounts.

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Job Description



Job duties include, but are not limited to:

The Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital is seeking a highly organized, compassionate, and motivated Office Manager/Lead Client Service Representative (CSR) to join our team. This hybrid role combines leadership, administrative oversight, and front-desk excellence to ensure an exceptional experience for our clients, patients, and staff. The ideal candidate is a positive, solutions-focused professional with strong communication skills and a passion for supporting a veterinary care team.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Support

  • Supervise, mentor, and support the Client Service Representative team.
  • Assist with scheduling, workflow coordination, and delegation of front-desk duties.
  • Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training new CSR team members.
  • Model and reinforce a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work culture.
  • Address staff concerns, escalate issues to management when needed, and facilitate conflict resolution.
  • Assist in driving clinic initiatives for growth.
  • Scheduling of the CSR team, DVM team, and kennel team.

Client Service & Front Desk Operations

  • Provide high-quality, empathetic service to clients both in person and over the phone.
  • Manage check-in and check-out processes, appointment scheduling, and medical record updates.
  • Handle client communication regarding estimates, invoices, patient status, and follow-up care.
  • Assist in resolving client concerns professionally and in alignment with hospital policies.
  • Ensure the front-desk area remains clean, organized, and efficient.

Administrative & Operational Oversight

  • Oversee daily office operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely task completion.
  • Manage inventory of office supplies, forms, and front-desk materials.
  • Assist with financial tasks such as invoice review, payment processing, and end-of-day balancing.
  • Maintain and update internal protocols, forms, and training materials.
  • Assist with compliance tasks, recordkeeping, and policy implementation.

Communication & Coordination

  • Serve as a liaison between the CSR team, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians.
  • Communicate scheduling adjustments, client updates, and workflow needs to ensure seamless patient care.
  • Support hospital initiatives, community outreach, and client education efforts.

Qualifications



We’re looking for:

  • Previous veterinary or medical reception experience required; leadership experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer-service skills.
  • Excellent organization, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
  • Proficiency with veterinary practice software, Office Suite, email, online client communication platforms, online clinic stores
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced, emotional environment.
  • Must be reliable, adaptable, and committed to collaborative teamwork.

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout the day.
  • Comfortable handling occasional pet interactions in lobby settings.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs as needed.

Schedule & Benefits

  • Full-time position; schedule may include rotating Saturdays.

Additional Information



Pay Range: $18-$23/hr depending on prior experience

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) 
  • *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit 

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office,

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