Beechwood Veterinary Clinic is seeking a receptionist/animal care assistant to join their team in Ranelagh, Dublin.
The Role
Permanent position based in Beechwood Vets.
One Full-time role of 40 hours per week.
One Part-time role of 20 hours per week.
Salary is €13.50 per hour.
1 in 3 Saturdays (no Bank holiday/Sunday work).
Enhanced annual leave entitlements.
Employer pension contributions.
Robust benefits included (see below).
We are seeking a trustworthy, reliable and friendly person able to work in a fast-paced veterinary practice environment. The successful applicant must have:
1. Previous receptionist experience in any service-related industry.
2. Experience in veterinary or animal care is beneficial but not essential.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Be competent with computers and learning new IT systems.
5. Comfortable with cash handling.
6. Demonstrate high standards of hygiene and cleaning.
7. Be a team player.
8. Possess great organizational skills.
9. A love for animal welfare is a requirement.
Who we are
Beechwood Vets is a new, modern companion animal veterinary clinic with a young, vibrant team located in Ranelagh, Co Dublin. Our practice is easily accessible via public transport including the Luas and bus routes. Ranelagh is a terrific location known for its nightlife, spas, local parks and the amazing Stella theatre. We have all the usual equipment you’d need for a busy, modern practice including a fully equipped in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, multi-parameter anaesthetic monitor and ultrasound. We offer a culture of high clinical standards and inclusiveness with a strong focus on continuing professional development amongst our team.
Benefits – subject to pro rata
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
1. Work Life Balance.
2. Focus on Employee Wellbeing.
3. Paid Maternity Leave Package.
4. Paid Paternity Leave.
5. Cycle to Work Scheme.
6. EAP and wellbeing centre access.
7. Company Sick Pay.
8. Leadership Academy for all our future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers.
9. Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical.
10. Professional Memberships.
11. VCI membership paid (if eligible).
12. VDS cover paid (if eligible).
13. Annual Pay Reviews.
14. Pawesome Benefits – various discounts including retail and virtual gym.
15. Employer Pension Contributions.
16. Discounted Staff Pet Veterinary Fees.
17. Relocation Packages.
18. Free Flu Jabs.
19. Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing champions, Nurses committee, Clinical Board and many more).
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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