About the Role
VERG Brooklyn is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Customer Service Representative to manage client financial aspects and enhance the client experience at their 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary practice.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional customer service at all times.
- Take initiative to maintain a clean working environment.
- Competently perform the core duties and responsibilities of a CSR and understand how these responsibilities impact the rest of the hospital.
- Mediate client concerns with compassion and empathy.
- Manage financial transactions including invoicing, cash handling, and end of day reporting.
- Discuss payment options and policies with clients.
- Correspond with clients through multiple approaches, such as telephone, email, text, and app as appropriate and applicable.
- Perform other duties as needed and which make a positive impact on the practice and company.
- May perform additional administrative duties, such as accounts receivable, maintaining the patient reminder system, managing the hospital’s social media accounts, and/or other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Proficient computer and software skills required, including: Word, Outlook, and other office management systems and software.
- Previous customer service experience required, preferably in a veterinary environment.
- Shows a commitment to professional development and continual improvement.
- Possesses strong listening and communication skills.
- Has confidence in decision making and problem solving.
- Capable in conflict resolution and diffusing situations.
Skills
- Basic technical skills
- Customer service skills
- Computer and software skills
- Word
- Outlook
- Office management systems and software
- Instinct (plus)
- Listening skills
- Communication skills
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Diffusing situations
Location
- Brooklyn, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Some experience or understanding of basic technical skills and customer service skills
- Experience in the field is ideal, but not required
- Previous customer service experience required
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $21—$27 USD
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- FSA and HSA options (with company contributions)
- Interest-free health and veterinary payment account
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off + floating holidays
- Uniform allowance
- Petcare/veterinary service discounts
About the Company
- VERG Brooklyn is a leader in 24/7 advanced emergency and specialty veterinary care, dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art medicine across multiple in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
- Our commitment to training and Medical Advancement means you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge as well as providing a path for advancing your career.
- At each shift, you’ll find colleagues ready to work together — we’ll be here when you need an extra hand, a moment to laugh, or a shoulder to cry on.
- We’re committed to offering a benefits package that supports your life and wellbeing and thanks you for the care you give our patients every day.
- Our website: https://www.verg-brooklyn.com/
- Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/VERGBrooklyn/
Equal Opportunity
- VERG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
