Client Service Representative

Job Title

Oakland, CA

Full time

Essential Functions :

Customer service functions, including : greeting visitors, answering telephones, and guiding clients and their pets to exam rooms

Scheduling and confirming appointments

Placing outbound calls for follow-ups and reaching out to prospective clients

Presenting and explaining fees, including processing payments

Recommending, selecting, and obtaining products and services, including prescriptions

Answering questions regarding products and services, including educating clients on general animal husbandry and non-medical pet care (i.e., heartworm prevention, housebreaking, and flea & tick control)

Managing medical records, charts, reports and correspondence

Qualifications :

At least one year of proven past experience helping customers

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent

Excellent listening and communication skills

Compassion for pets and peopleas well as awareness and understanding of others' reactions

Proven decision-making skills to choose the most appropriate course of action

The ability to integrate new information into problem-solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends and holidays

The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with pets such as allergies, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste

Benefits :

VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, pet care discounts, paid vacation, holidays and sick days, health and well-being programs that provide resources and training. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The hourly range for this position is $20 to $30.