Veterinary Receptionist

Vet Record Careers; Newtown Unthank; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a reputable farm veterinary practice as a part-time Receptionist, where you'll support the office operations. This role involves managing calls, scheduling, and handling various administrative tasks in a team-focused environment, offering flexibility and many benefits.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave FTE

Additional annual leave for your birthday

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Non-accidental injury support

Learning and development opportunities

Pawsome Benefits

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar working environment desired.
• Computer literate with farm animal awareness.

Responsibilities

• Answering phone calls, managing orders and scheduling appointments.
• Independently opening the office and managing administrative duties.
• Executing task lists provided by practice management.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to join our expanding team as a Receptionist.

We take pride in delivering high-quality care with professionalism and are looking for someone to help us meet the increasing demand for our services. As a key member of our team, you will play an integral role in supporting the smooth operation of our office.

Key Responsibilities

• Answering phone calls, managing orders and scheduling appointments
• General office cleaning and maintenance
• Independently opening the office (after training) and managing administrative duties during periods when you will at times be the sole office team member
• Executing task lists provided by practice management
• Other office duties as required
  
  

Join a practice you are proud to be a part of

Fosse Way Farm Vets is an IVC farm-only practice that opened in November 2022. We formed as an established group of colleagues including five farm vets, two office staff, and two vet techs, who have worked together for many years, and since opening Fosse Way we have taken on new team members and rapidly become a highly reputable brand amongst the farming community. We are based in central Leicestershire and service dairy, beef and sheep farms throughout the county and surrounding areas.

More About You

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar working environment, be computer literate and possess some farm animal awareness.

• Strong communication skills and confidence in dealing with clients and colleagues
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Keen attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
  

Shift pattern

This is a part-time role, working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with flexibility to cover afternoons and weekends when required.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• 6.6 weeks annual leaveFTE
• 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
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care