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Receptionist/Veterinary Care Assistant (Part-Time)

Yorkshire Vets, Meanwood Surgery, Leeds, Yorkshire & The Humber

Discipline: Clinical Support

Part Time

£12.21ph

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Join Our Team as a Receptionist/Veterinary Care Assistant at our Meanwood Surgery!


Are you passionate about animals and dedicated to their wellbeing?


We are looking for a skilled and compassionate individual to join our veterinary clinic as a Receptionist/Veterinary Care Assistant at our Meanwood branch. As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Veterinary Surgeons and ensuring the smooth operation of our clinic. This position is primarily Reception based, alongside supporting our clinical team with hands-on nurse assistant duties when required. 

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 


  • Assisting veterinary surgeons during examinations and surgeries. 
  • Handling and caring for animals with empathy and compassion. 
  • Maintaining a clean and organised clinical environment. 
  • Providing exceptional customer service to clients at the reception desk. 
  • Answering and making phones calls, scheduling appointments and managing client queries. 
  • Assisting with billing and maintaining accurate records. 

  • About the rota


    This is a part-time permanent role working 32 hours per week on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. There will be alternate shift patterns including:
  • Week 1-8:15am to 5:15pm
  • Week 2 9:30am to 6:30pm  

  • The flexibility to work between the hours of 8am to 6:30pm is essential. Must be able to travel to our Thornbury branch for training and other branches as and when required. 

    Our ideal candidate


  • Previous experience in a similar role with reception duties is preferable. 
  • Strong customer service and communication skills are essential. 
  • Ability to multitask efficiently. 
  • Good administration and IT skills for managing reception duties. 
  • Experience in cash handling/balancing. 
  • Confidence in animal handling. 

  • 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 
  • Pension scheme 
  • Discounted staff pet care


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    Yorkshire Vets, Meanwood Surgery

    52 Green Road, Meanwood, Leeds, LS6 4JP, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

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