Veterinary Receptionist

Mvsvets; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider is seeking a passionate Veterinary Receptionist to join their team in Peterborough. The role involves managing client interactions, booking appointments, and providing excellent customer service in a supportive environment. Candidates should have previous receptionist experience, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks plus Bank Holidays

Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous Receptionist experience is essential.
• Veterinary experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and booking appointments.
• Completing insurance forms and taking payments.
• Providing a warm and welcoming experience to clients.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about making pets a priority? Here at CVS, so are we!

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a Veterinary Receptionist at Werrington Vets.

Location: Unit 2 Brookfield Trade Park, 1210 Lincoln Road,Peterborough,PE4 6LA

Contract: Permanent

Hours:Between 20-30 hours per week between the hours of 8.15am and 7.15pm over 3 to 5 days (to be specified), plus 1 Saturday morning every 4 weeks (8.30am-12.30pm).

About Werrington Vets

Take a look at the practice here: https://vimeo.com/941656084?share=copy

About CVS:

CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK encompassing four main business areas; our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories, pet crematoria and e-commerce division.

Our success is derived from the passion our people have for animals and for making pets a priority, it's what is at the heart of our work, every day.

Take a look at our short film to recognise the remarkable work thatour Vets, Nurses, Care Assistants and Receptionists do on the front line every day in the UK:CVS Ode to Veterinary Professionals

About the role:

Day-to-day duties of the role will include:

• Answering phones and booking appointments
• Responding to queries via phone, in person and email
• Registering new clients
• Completing insurance forms
• Dispensing medications
• Taking payments
• And most importantly; providing a warm and welcoming experience to our clients arriving at the practice

What we're looking for in our Veterinary Receptionist:

• Previous Receptionist experience is essential, veterinary experience is a plus!
• Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing and emotional situations
• An excellent communicator with strong empathy
• Excellent customer service skills and experience in dealing with members of the public
• A positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other database management and operating systems

What we can offer you:

We know that benefits are key and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others, so please see some of what we offer below:

• Salary in line with the NMW
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 5 weeks per year plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders
• and more!

Or, if easier, you can find a full list by clicking here: CVS Employee Benefits- what we can offer you!

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the Right to Work in the UK as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our clinical support roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best.

We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

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