Barrow Hill Veterinary Hospital, Ashford, Ashford, South East
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a friendly and enthusiastic Veterinary Receptionist to join our team across our 3 branches. This is a busy and demanding role in which you will be required to welcome our clients and their pets to the surgery, deal with enquiries both on the telephone and face to face, take payments, use and update our electronic diary system, handle medication, and carry out varied admin tasks.
Join a team you are proud to be a part of
Currently, our team consists of 9 Veterinary Surgeons supported by 12 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Student Veterinary Nurse, 1 Kennel Assistant, a Client Care Manager, and a supportive front-of-house team.
The perfect fit
The successful candidate will ideally need to have experience within the veterinary profession or a similar customer care role with a passion for animals and excellent customer service skills, as well as computer literacy and the ability to cope well under pressure. This is a multi-site role, so you will be working across our three branches, Ashford, Hythe, and New Romney. A driving licence and car are essential.
Working pattern
Our full-time position is for 40 hours a week on a four-week rota which will include one Saturday in 4. Hours will range between Monday-Friday 8 am and 8 pm and Saturdays between 9 am and 5:30 pm. We also require flexibility to cover other days for holiday & sickness cover. The salary for this role is up to £23,795.20 DOE.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from
* 6.6 Weeks annual leave
* Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
* Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
The closing date for this vacancy may be brought forward should we receive sufficient candidates. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks from the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Barrow Hill Veterinary Hospital, Ashford
Maidstone Road, Ashford, TN24 8TY, United Kingdom
Speak to Amy Padgett from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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