How does an AI receptionist compare with a consultation coordinator?
A consultation coordinator is a salaried hire who works scheduled hours, while the AI receptionist is a flat $249 a month for 1,500 voice minutes and answers 24/7. Most med spas keep the coordinator for in-person consultations and use the AI for evening enquiries and calls that ring out during treatments.
The coordinator builds treatment plans with clients and handles follow-up after a consultation. The receptionist covers the first contact: published prices, what a consultation involves, how to prepare, and a booking on your calendar with an SMS confirmation.
At an average three-minute call, 1,500 minutes is about 500 calls a month, roughly 50 cents per call.
| Option | Pricing model | Hours covered | What it should handle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultation coordinator | Salaried or hourly hire | Scheduled clinic hours | Consultations, treatment plans, client follow-up |
| Botcadence AI receptionist | $249 a month for 1,500 voice minutes | 24/7, including evenings | Published prices, prep questions, consult booking |
| Coordinator plus AI receptionist | Salary plus $249 a month | 24/7, with staff in hours | Staff handle clients; the AI books new enquiries |