Overview
Veterinary Receptionist Jobs in Bristol, England, United Kingdom at Vet Record Careers
Title: Veterinary Receptionist
Company: Vet Record Careers
Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Do you have a passion for excellent customer service and enjoy working with animals? Rowe Veterinary Group are looking for a receptionist to join our small and friendly practice in Thornbury. As a valued member of the reception team, you will be the first point of contact for pets and their owners.
The ideal candidate will be professional and efficient with a welcoming and sympathetic manner. In addition, they will have excellent customer service skills, proficient knowledge of IT, the ability to remain calm under pressure, as well as having a love of animals.
The role
We’re looking for a friendly, professional individual to join our team, where you’ll be the first point of contact for our clients and their beloved pets. Your role will involve greeting clients in a warm and courteous manner, booking, cancelling, and amending appointments, and handling queries efficiently-whether by phone, email, or face to face. You’ll also be advising clients on our preventative healthcare products, promoting our Pet Healthcare Plans and pet insurance, and dispensing medications and prescriptions as needed. Additional responsibilities include taking payments, cashing up, and supporting the team with general administrative and reception duties to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
The perfect fit
Minimum of 1 year office-based experience
Good level of education (min 5 GCSE Grade C+) upwards
Reliable with excellent time management skills
Professional and caring telephone manner
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent customer service skills
Good working knowledge of MS Office
Good numeracy and literacy skills
High attention to detail
Your shift pattern
This role covers 26 hours per week, working Tues 8 am – 2 pm Wed 1:30 pm – 7:30pm Thurs 1:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Fri 8 am – 2 pm 1:4 weekends working 8 hours either a Saturday or Sunday.
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
