Veterinary Receptionist inChester inChester PUBLISHED 3 AUG 2024

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, C

are

Assistants and R

eceptionists

do on the front line every day in the UK:

CVS Ode to Veterinary Professionals


We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a
Receptionist at Cranmore Veterinary Services.


You'll be joining us on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract, where you will be working 29.5 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with a 1:4 share of Saturdays working 9am-1pm.


About Cranmore Veterinary Services


The practice was established in 1873 and is based on the same site as Chestergates Veterinary Specialists Hospital and MiNight Vet OOH. It is situated just north of Chester in the NW of England, conveniently located to the M53/M56

CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK, encompassing four main business areas; our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories, pet crematoria and e-commerce division.


About The Role


As a Receptionist, you will provide a friendly and efficient service to our clients and their animals.

Day-to-day duties of the role will include answering phones, responding to emails, booking appointments, registering new clients, dispensing medications, taking payments and most importantly, providing a warm and welcoming experience to our clients arriving at the clinic.


What We're Looking For In Our Veterinary Receptionist


  • An excellent communicator with strong empathy
  • Excellent customer service skills and experience in dealing with members of the public
  • Previous Receptionist experience is essential, Veterinary experience is a plus!
  • Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing, stressful and emotional situations
  • A positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and excellent teamwork skills


What We Can Offer You


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 so please see some of what we offer below:

  • Salary is in line with the NMW
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
  • A range of health benefits including private healthcare
  • Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders
  • and more!

Or, if easier, you can find a full list on our careers site: CVS Employee Benefits- what we can offer you. (cvsukltd.co.uk)


Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the Right to Work in the UK as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our non-clinical roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.


There's a place for everyone at CVS and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best.

We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.


To apply for this position please click 'Apply Now'.
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, C

are

Assistants and R

eceptionists

do on the front line every day in the UK:

CVS Ode to Veterinary Professionals

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for animals to join us as a
Receptionist at Cranmore Veterinary Services.

You'll be joining us on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract, where you will be working 29.5 hours per week, working Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with a 1:4 share of Saturdays working 9am-1pm.

About Cranmore Veterinary Services

The practice was established in 1873 and is based on the same site as Chestergates Veterinary Specialists Hospital and MiNight Vet OOH. It is situated just north of Chester in the NW of England, conveniently located to the M53/M56

CVS Group plc is one of the largest integrated veterinary services providers in the UK, encompassing four main business areas; our veterinary practices, diagnostic laboratories, pet crematoria and e-commerce division.

About The Role

As a Receptionist, you will provide a friendly and efficient service to our clients and their animals.

Day-to-day duties of the role will include answering phones, responding to emails, booking appointments, registering new clients, dispensing medications, taking payments and most importantly, providing a warm and welcoming experience to our clients arriving at the clinic.

What We're Looking For In Our Veterinary Receptionist

  • An excellent communicator with strong empathy
  • Excellent customer service skills and experience in dealing with members of the public
  • Previous Receptionist experience is essential, Veterinary experience is a plus!
  • Resilient with the ability to cope with potentially distressing, stressful and emotional situations
  • A positive attitude, a willingness to work hard and excellent teamwork skills


What We Can Offer You

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 so please see some of what we offer below:

  • Salary is in line with the NMW
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and products
  • A range of health benefits including private healthcare
  • Employee Assistance Programme and access to over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders
  • and more!

Or, if easier, you can find a full list on our careers site: CVS Employee Benefits- what we can offer you. (cvsukltd.co.uk)

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept and progress applications from candidates without the Right to Work in the UK as we cannot provide visa sponsorship, due to our non-clinical roles not meeting the criteria set out by the Home Office to be eligible.

There's a place for everyone at CVS and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best.

We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

To apply for this position please click 'Apply Now'.


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