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At Karns Animal Clinic, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Brooklyn Hodge, Hospital Manager.

Veterinary Receptionist - Knoxville, TN

Karns Animal Clinic

About the Role

Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, we would love to hear from you!  

Karns Animal Clinic is looking for an enthusiastic veterinary receptionist to add to our team of professionals who aim to provide high-quality veterinary care. We are more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals; we are a supportive team that believes in a 'better together philosophy and strives to cross-train and educate our staff so that we can all find a growth path. 

In addition to offering a clinic culture of compassion and support, we also offer some exceptional benefits for full time employees, including: 

Financial Benefits:  

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan 
  • Flexible Spending Account 
  • 529 Savings Plan 
  • Tuition Support Program 
  • Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits:  

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision 
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance 
  • All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child 
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off 
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets 
  • Pet discounts on services and products 
  • Pet food discount program  

Workplace Benefits:  

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program 
  • Professional development opportunities  
  • Continuing education allowance 
  • Uniform allowance  
  • A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!   

Lifestyle Benefits: 

  • Six paid holidays 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee discount program 

All of our team members should be ready to: 

  • Ask for help and offer help to others. 
  • Grow and learn. Then learn and grow some more! 
  • Maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect. 
  • Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Greet and assist clients and their pets upon arrival 
  • Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and manage the clinic’s calendar 
  • Handle client inquiries and provide information about clinic services 
  • Process payments and handle billing transactions 
  • Maintain and update client and pet records 
  • Ensure the reception area is clean, welcoming, and organized 
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including filing and data entry 

What’s in it for you: 

  • Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance 
  • Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are! 
  • Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community 

Come join our team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners! 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Karns Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. 


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Karns Animal Clinic