Veterinary Receptionist

Kernow Vet Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice is seeking an enthusiastic receptionist to join their close-knit team in Ipswich. The role involves being the first point of contact for clients, managing appointments, and ensuring the practice runs smoothly. A good working knowledge of veterinary practice is a plus, but not essential. You'll work 15.75 hours weekly across two days, with the potential for additional shifts. The position offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Additional leave for birthdays

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Must be comfortable with computer work.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for clients.
• Schedule appointments and manage requests for medication.
• Ensure smooth operation of the practice.

Skills

Good working knowledge of veterinary practice

Computer proficiency

Job description

The Barn Veterinary Practice, Wenham Road, Ipswich, East of England

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive colleague to join our team of nine receptionists, covering our Ashcroft Road (IP1 6AA) and Barn (IP8 3EY) surgeries. The candidate will work at both surgeries (primarily at Ashcroft Road) and perform a varied array of tasks aimed at ensuring our clients are well cared for and the practice runs smoothly.

The role of a veterinary receptionist is varied; no two days are the same. You will be the first point of contact for clients arriving at the practice or phoning to book appointments or request medication. A good working knowledge of veterinary practice would be useful but not essential, and being at ease with computer work is a must.

More about us

The Barn Veterinary Practice is a long-established practice, and many of our team have worked for us for 10+ years, some for 20+ years! We are a small team and work well together. As a close-knit group, we work seamlessly together to provide exceptional care for our clients and their pets.

You will work 15.75 hours per week:

• Tuesdays: 2 pm - 7:30 pm


• Thursdays: 2 pm - 7:30 pm

You will be required to cover extra shifts to cover team holiday/sickness.

The annual salary for this role is up to £10,034.61 (£12.21/hr)

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

• 6.6 weeks annual leave (FTE)


• 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