Veterinary Receptionist/Administrator
Vet Record Careers
Date: 9 hours ago
City: Southampton
Contract type: Part time

Are you ready for a fresh experience and curious about working in a veterinary clinic? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Your day to day
We're seeking a friendly and professional individual to join our team for a one-year maternity cover position starting in October. Primarily a receptionist role, it also includes some administrative tasks and general housekeeping-such as maintaining cleanliness in the prep and theatre areas after operations. You'll support the team by managing all reception duties, from answering phones to welcoming clients, while helping ensure our surgery stays hygienic and well-maintained.
Why join us?
We are a friendly experienced team who strive to give the best patient care to all our clients, but also consistent support to each other. We have a loyal client base that has been established over the last 40 years and have therefore gained a respectful local reputation. We are invested in each other as much as our animals and pride ourselves on being a stable team with a low turnover.
Southampton is a vibrant city with great links to the rest of the country by car, train, and air. We are on the doorstep of the beautiful New Forest and the Solent, so excellent opportunities for hiking and all water sports if you enjoy being outdoors.
More About You
This role offers a fantastic insight into the daily workings of a veterinary practice-ideal if you're considering a future career in this field.
This is a customer-facing position, you'll need to be warm, approachable, professional, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Organization, attention to detail, compassion, and a good sense of humor are essential. Don't worry if you're new to this-full training will be provided to the right candidate.
Your shift pattern
This position is full or part-time, working 8 hour shifts 5 days a week, with 1:4 Saturday mornings. You will work either 8 am - 5 pm, 9 am - 6 pm pm or 10 am - 7 pm. You will be given roughly a months notice of your shifts.
In addition to a competitive salary you will benefit from:
Your day to day
We're seeking a friendly and professional individual to join our team for a one-year maternity cover position starting in October. Primarily a receptionist role, it also includes some administrative tasks and general housekeeping-such as maintaining cleanliness in the prep and theatre areas after operations. You'll support the team by managing all reception duties, from answering phones to welcoming clients, while helping ensure our surgery stays hygienic and well-maintained.
Why join us?
We are a friendly experienced team who strive to give the best patient care to all our clients, but also consistent support to each other. We have a loyal client base that has been established over the last 40 years and have therefore gained a respectful local reputation. We are invested in each other as much as our animals and pride ourselves on being a stable team with a low turnover.
Southampton is a vibrant city with great links to the rest of the country by car, train, and air. We are on the doorstep of the beautiful New Forest and the Solent, so excellent opportunities for hiking and all water sports if you enjoy being outdoors.
More About You
This role offers a fantastic insight into the daily workings of a veterinary practice-ideal if you're considering a future career in this field.
This is a customer-facing position, you'll need to be warm, approachable, professional, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Organization, attention to detail, compassion, and a good sense of humor are essential. Don't worry if you're new to this-full training will be provided to the right candidate.
Your shift pattern
This position is full or part-time, working 8 hour shifts 5 days a week, with 1:4 Saturday mornings. You will work either 8 am - 5 pm, 9 am - 6 pm pm or 10 am - 7 pm. You will be given roughly a months notice of your shifts.
In addition to a competitive salary you will benefit from:
- 6.6 weeks annual leaveor 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
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