The client service coordinator ("csc") drives the flow of clients and pets through the hospital, maximizes the productivity of the veterinary medical team (in terms of numbers of clients and pets), ensures good communication with associates and clients, and coordinates the care of clients and pets in a happy, welcoming, friendly and efficient manner, influencing clients to return and refer their friends and families.
essential responsibilities and tasks
live and exemplify the five principles of mars, inc. within self and team.
actively recruit new clients by promoting hospital services and route the flow of clients and pets to ensure superior client care and maximum productivity of the veterinary medical team.
maximize the number of pets seen by the hospital team through a productive and efficiently run hospital to support the needs of our wellness plan clients.
provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. this includes encouraging hospital visits, welcoming clients and pets, ensuring that they are comfortable in the hospital, and educating them about their pet's health.
educate clients about optimum wellness plans, preventative care, pet health needs and hospital services
assist incoming clients by completing the required documentation, entering all pet information and history in the computer, utilizing proper collars and tags for identification, and ensuring prompt service.
assist outgoing clients by providing all necessary instructions, information and invoices, dispensing prescription items per the veterinarian's instructions, selling retail products and scheduling future appointments.
manage the finances by maintaining accurate balances and utilizing proper opening and closing procedures.
conduct administrative functions as necessary.
other job duties as assigned.
special working conditions
ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)
client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. this position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.
associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
experience, education and/or training
high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.
one year related experience required with customer service preferred.
medical background (veterinary technician, human healthcare, pharmaceutical, etc.) with medical terminology training is preferred.
a support structure that helps you thrive
we've created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.
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benefits
here at banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. check out some of our "meow-velous" benefits:
we are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer.
banfield pet hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. banfield pet hospital is an equal opportunity employer. all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. banfield pet hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every banfield location.
we believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our purpose:
a better world for pets.
the pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, abilities, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
$17.70 - $22.62 hourly
Client Service Coordinator • Seattle, WA, US