Job Description

Veterinary Receptionist (Part-Time)
Abbey Vet Centre, Chester Le Street, Chester Le Street, North East
Discipline: Non-clinical Support
Part Time
12.21ph

We are hiring!

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Receptionist to join our friendly team. Our receptionists are the first contact between our clients and the practice, so they are an integral part in creating a first and lasting impression. Due to this we are looking for someone who has strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a busy environment. You will be working between 2 sites to suit the rota.

Abbey Vets is small animal practice with two branches: one in Durham and one in Chester le Street. Durham is a lovely city with excellent transport links to the North and South. There is a beautiful coast and dales nearby for people who prefer the countryside.

Our idea candidate

We are looking for someone who is proactive, enthusiastic who has great communication and computer skills. Ideally you will also have a veterinary background.

Some if our receptionist duties include:

Greeting clients Diary management Telephone calls and email enquiries Updating client records Processing payment's Dispensing medications

About the rota

This is a part-time permanent role working 28 hours per week. Shifts are on a rota basis from Monday to Saturday (shifts between 7.45am and 7pm and 8am-2pm Saturdays) Saturdays are 1 in 4/5 and some Bank Holiday Saturdays on a rota basis.

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
Abbey Vet Centre, Chester Le Street
Pelton Fell Road, Chester Le Street, Chester Le Street, DH2 2NG, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly