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Veterinary Receptionist - (Maternity Cover, Part-Time)

Millpark Veterinary Centre Ltd, Newent, Newent, South West

Discipline: Non-clinical Support

Part Time

Up to £13,121 DOE per annum.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within our friendly and supportive team at Millpark Veterinary Centre in Newent to cover a fixed-term twelve month maternity Veterinary Receptionist position. Our small team prides itself on delivering exceptional veterinary care to our loyal client base and as the first and last person a client sees within any visit, the reception team play an essential and valuable role in this. 

Our ideal candidate

  
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and dynamic, friendly, hard-working and willing to learn. We are looking for people who can demonstrate an ability to multi-task and maintain a smile while dealing with what can be difficult circumstances at times. 
While the computer systems used are specific to the industry, a degree of comfort in using computers is essential and in addition, as a small practice we need someone who is a good team player. Organisational skills are important as the Receptionists need to ensure client requests are met, stock ordered and paperwork completed etc. 
Previous veterinary experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be given. If you have excellent communication skills, are confident and able to talk to people in what could be trying situations we would love to hear from you. 

Your duties will include


  • Greeting owners and animals on arrival 
  • Answering the telephone promptly and professionally 
  • Booking appointments, taking payments, dealing with queries 
  • Navigating a computerised practice management system 
  • Assisting with maintaining accurate stock control 
  • Filing, online registrations of items such as pet microchips, dealing with suppliers, etc. 
  • Maintaining a clean and welcoming environment in client access areas 

  • About the rota and salary


    This vacancy  is for 22 hours a week working a shift pattern between 8.30am7.30pm Monday – Friday as well as Saturday mornings on a rota basis.
     
    The salary is up to £13,121 DOE per annum.

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

     
  • 6.6 Weeks annual leave 
  • 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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    As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process
     

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    Millpark Veterinary Centre Ltd, Newent

    Cleeve Mill Business Park, Newent, GL18 1AZ, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Small animals

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    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Lucie Brownsword from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Executive

    Lucie Brownsword

    lucie.brownsword@ivcevidensia.com