Veterinary Receptionist

Dnavetcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned veterinary practice in South London is seeking a passionate Veterinary Receptionist to join their team. In this full-time role, you will be the first point of contact for clients, managing appointments, inquiries, and ensuring a warm welcome for pets and their owners. Ideal candidates should have experience in a customer-facing role within the veterinary industry and possess strong organizational skills. Join a dedicated team that values outstanding service and animal care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Receptionist or in a similar role.
• Genuine love for animals and commitment to outstanding client service.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy reception environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming clients and their pets upon arrival.
• Assisting with scheduling appointments and answering inquiries.
• Managing a busy reception desk with efficiency.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Proficiency in computer systems

Experience using RxWorks

Job description

About The Role

Are you a passionate and experienced veterinary receptionist looking for an exciting opportunity in South London?

Look no further! Here at The Corner Veterinary Surgery, we are looking for a dedicated individual to join our incredible team as a Veterinary Receptionist. Our practice is renowned for delivering exceptional care and service to our clients lovely pets.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing the very best veterinary care while creating a warm and welcoming environment for our teams, our patients and their owners.

As a Veterinary Receptionist, you'll be the first point of contact for our clients, you'll be the friendly face and the first person our clients see when they walk through our doors, greeting clients with a smile and giving their pets a good old fuss!

You'll assist them with scheduling appointments, answering inquiries and providing general support.

This is a Full-Time position, working 40 hours per week with 1:6 weekends on rota.

Your day at The Corner Vets could include:

• Welcoming clients and their pets upon arrival
• Book appointments and arrivals on the RX Works diary
• Help to promote our Healthcare Plan so that pets are receiving premium discounted preventative treatment Booking in follow up appointments for the pet once they have left their initial consultation
• Help the Vet and Nurse team with queries
• Being responsible for paperwork being scanned onto pets digital records
• Liaison with clients regarding queries for appointment booking and medication collection
• Ordering food and medication
• Taking payment immediately after treatment of the pet 0% finance application processing for those clients wanting to spread the cost of payment for larger operations
• Managing an extremely busy reception desk with efficiency and professionalism - and don't forget about those emails coming through or those social media pages!

About You Ideally you will have:

• Previous Experience working as a Veterinary Receptionist or in a similar customer-facing role within the Veterinary or Medical Industry
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational abilities and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service Be proficient in computer systems and software, having experience using RxWorks is a MASSIVE plus!

Cuddling pets. Yes, that's a must. Pets are everything to our amazing teams

About Us

DNA Vetcare is a proudly independent group of multi award‑winning surgeries, founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker. Dane and Alan have taken their years of experience working in numerous high quality practices, to provide exceptional vet care across London and Kent. Claire Baker joined Alan and Dane as a Director in 2019, originally arriving at the main London hospital in 2013 as a locum. Claire heads up the Group’s operations and vet team recruitment. DNA Vetcare has a network of excellent veterinary surgeons who have been handpicked for their clinical skills, experience and ability to provide compassionate care for your four‑legged (or three‑legged, finned or feathered) friend. This network of excellence is the foundation on which we have built a strong reputation for providing the very best care to pets and owners alike.

Alan and Dane are dedicated to providing excellent service to clients, respectful, caring and expert care for animals and a supportive encouraging work place for their teams.