Veterinary Receptionist - Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group

CVS Group; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider in Morpeth is seeking a passionate Veterinary Receptionist. The successful candidate will manage appointments, respond to queries, and provide a welcoming atmosphere for clients. Previous receptionist experience is essential. This role offers a supportive team environment and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Generous annual leave of 5 weeks plus Bank Holidays

Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a receptionist is essential, veterinary experience is a plus.
• Ability to cope with distressing situations.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and booking appointments.
• Responding to client queries via phone, in person, and email.
• Dispensing medications and taking payments.

Skills

Previous Receptionist experience

Excellent communication

Strong empathy

Customer service skills

Proficiency in 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 aVeterinary Receptionist at Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group.

Location: To be based at our Morpeth site

Hours: 19.5hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a share in the Saturday rota to cover holidays

The exact shift pattern is below:

Monday: 08.00 - 15.00

Wednesday: 12.00 - 19.00

Friday: 08.00 - 15.00

About Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group:

Take a look at the practice here: Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group, Morpeth | The Vet Collection

About CVS:

CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK encompassing three main business areas; our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories 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 lookat 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 National Minimum Wage (as of 1 April 2025)
• 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 lots more!

Or, if easier, you can find a full list by clicking here: CVS | What We Offer

Our new Receptionist Careers Pathway offers a clear, structured route for receptionists to develop their skills and advance within CVS. Through a range of courses, it equips individuals and teams with the knowledge and confidence to deliver exceptional client service and grow their careers with us.

For more information, take a look at our pathway here: CVS | Receptionist Career Pathway

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 iscommitted 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 alsodetermined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

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