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Join Our Team as a Veterinary Receptionist!
Are you ready to put pets first? At CVS Vets, we make pets a priority every day!
We're on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate animal enthusiast to step into the role of a Veterinary Receptionist at our Charter Vets
Location
Roundswell (with flexibility)
Contract
PERMANENT
Hours
28.75 hours
Shift Pattern
- Monday 08.00 - 14.00
- Tuesday 14.30-19.30
- Thursday 08.30-13.30
- Friday 08.30-19.30
- Saturday 13.30-19.00 every other week
Practice Website Link
Additional Role-Specific Information
- Location: Roundswell and Mullacott (with flexibility)
- Contract: PERMANENT
- Hours: 30 hours
- Shift Pattern:
- Monday 14.00 - 19.00
- Wednesday 08.30-13.00
- Thursday 08.00-13.30
- Friday 08.00-18.00
- Alternate Saturdays 13.30-19.00
- Alternate Sunday 13.30-19.00
Discover Our Practice
Charter Vets is a well-established small animal practice serving the North Devon community across our three sites in Roundswell, Pilton, and Mullacott. We are proud to provide high-quality veterinary care alongside exceptional client service, supported by a friendly, dedicated, and collaborative team. Our practices offer a wide range of preventative healthcare, medical treatments, and surgical services, with patient wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. By working closely across our sites, we offer excellent continuity of care, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for colleagues to develop and grow within a larger veterinary network.
Practice Website Link
About CVS Vets
Joining a CVS Vets-owned practice is more than just starting a job—it's the beginning of a rewarding career with one of the UK's leading veterinary groups.
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Our mission is simple yet meaningful: to provide the best possible care for animals, and this dedication guides everything we do.
With a network of over 500 practices and more than 8,000 devoted professionals, you'll become part of a supportive community focused on one goal: putting pets first.
If you're looking for a role where your skills truly matter and your future is bright with possibilities, CVS Vets is the perfect place for you.
About The Role
- Manage Communication: Handle incoming calls and schedule appointments efficiently
- Inquiries Resolution: Respond to queries via phone, email, and in-person interactions with professionalism
- Client Reception: Greet and register new clients, ensuring a warm welcome
- Insurance Management: Process and manage insurance forms adeptly
- Medication Distribution: Dispense medications as required
- Financial Transactions: Process payments accurately and efficiently
- Emotional Support: Provide empathy and understanding to clients during distressing times, while maintaining professionalism
- System Utilisation: Organise patients using the in-house system efficiently
- Inter-practice Communication: Liaise with veterinary practices to address patient needs and queries
- Debt and Refund Management: Make necessary phone calls regarding debts, belongings, and refunds
- Client Care: Above all, ensure that every client feels welcomed and valued at our practice
Who We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Receptionist is a must; experience in a veterinary setting is a bonus!
- Resilience and the ability to handle emotional situations with grace
- Strong communication skills paired with genuine empathy
- Outstanding customer service skills and experience with the public
- Positive attitude and superior teamwork abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
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Our Offer To You
We understand that benefits matter. Here are just a few of the perks you'll enjoy:
- Salary aligned with the National Minimum Wage
- Five weeks' annual leave (pro rata) per annum, plus bank holidays
- Long Service Award – employees receive an extra day of annual leave for each year of service (up to 5 additional days)
- Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and care
- Staff discount on Animed Direct, our online dispensary, where you can benefit from discounts on pet medicines, products and food
- Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
- And lots more, as part of our commitment to help you feel recognised, supported and appreciated!
For a full list of what we offer, click here: [Link]
Our innovative Receptionist Careers Pathway offers a clear, structured path to develop your skills and grow within CVS. With a range of courses, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to deliver top-tier client service and advance your career with us.
CVS is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true selves, celebrating diversity and empowering each team member to perform at their best.
We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
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Please note: We can only accept applications from candidates with the Right to Work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for clinical support roles due to Home Office criteria.
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