Veterinary Receptionist

**We have a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our team here at Alnorthumbria Vets, based at our Morpeth and Ponteland sites**

This is a part-time position, working 3 days per week where you will be covering Monday-Friday, plus some Saturdays on a rota basis.

You will be working either 08.00 - 19.00 or 08.30 - 18.30 depending on the site.

As a Receptionist, you will provide a friendly and efficient service to our clients and their animals. You will need to be able to work well within a team as well as working individually, however, support from your peers is always on hand. We are a professional and personable team working in a very challenging and busy environment, which makes the role varied, and interesting and where no day is ever the same

You will need to have the ability to remain calm under pressure and also show empathy towards everything that is thrown at you, from sharing the excitement of a puppy's first visit to the vet or comforting a client who has received some bad news regarding their pet.

**Previous Receptionist or customer-facing experience is essential.** Previous veterinary industry experience would also be highly beneficial. Most importantly, we are looking for a team player who is flexible and adaptable - as there are so many aspects to the role, we need someone who is quick-thinking and willing to learn

The salary for this position will be in line with the National Minimum Wage +3% cost of living increase.

We know that benefits are key and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others. Holidays, pensions, discounts, paternal leave, fee payments or share save schemes might be your priority. Or, if easier, you can find a list on our careers site CVS Employee Benefits
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**Are you passionate about making pets a **priority**? So are we Take a look at **our** short film to recognise the **remarkable** work **that** **our** Vets, Nurses, **Care** Assistants and **Receptionists** do on the front line every day in the UK**:CVS Ode to Veterinary Professionals