Culverden Vets, Wadhurst is one of three surgeries in our independently-owned veterinary practice. We're a well established practice with a great reputation and high standards of care. We have a friendly and experienced team and are looking for a candidate who enjoys working in a clinical environment and taking responsibility. Our receptionists are often the first point of contact with our practice for our clients and their animals - a friendly, helpful, problem-solving attitude is a must.
Receptionist duties and responsibilities
Our ideal candidate will:
- Have a great telephone manner.
- Be able to respond professionally to emails and messages.
- Be confident using computers and learning new systems. Training on our computer system will be provided.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills, for example when greeting clients, explaining things, dealing with emotional situations and talking about costs.
- Work closely with other members of the team to ensure smooth running of the practice.
- Ensure reception/front of house is clean and organised.
- Be confident taking payments (Card and Cash)
- Have excellent admin skills.
- Enjoy working in a small team.
- Enjoy working with animals!
If you are interested in this receptionist vacancy please ensure you apply with both your CV and Covering Letter (no more than 500 words). If you'd like an informal chat before applying please email us to arrange a time.
In the Covering Letter we are looking to learn a little more about you and why you are interested in working with us. It would be useful if your letter could focus on how your experience so far matches the job description and on what you want to get out of the job. We will not consider applications that do not include a covering letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- What experience do you have working with animals or in a clinical environment?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
