Sunbeam Vets is seeking an enthusiastic receptionist to join their team in Cork.
The Role
* Full-time, permanent role for a receptionist based in Sunbeam Value Vets
* Salary is €13.50 per hour
* 40 hours / 5 days per week including 1 in 2 weekends
* Support and training offered
* Employer pension contributions
* Robust benefits included (see below)
The successful candidate will be responsible for booking appointments, meeting and greeting clients, keeping the waiting areas and consult rooms clean, handling phone calls and emails, taking payments, and other general reception duties. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a challenge where no two days are the same whilst nurturing relationships on a daily basis.
Applicant Requirements
We are seeking a trustworthy, reliable and friendly person able to work in a fast-paced veterinary practice environment. The successful applicant must have:
* Previous receptionist experience in any service-related industry
* Experience in veterinary or animal care is beneficial but not essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Be competent with computers and learning new IT systems
* Comfortable with cash handling
* Demonstrate high standards of hygiene and cleaning
* Be a team player
* Possess great organizational skills
* A love for animal welfare is a requirement
Who we are
We are a 100% Small Animal veterinary group based around Cork city. Our very busy referral hospital is based in Northpoint on the Northside of Cork city. We also have clinics located in Blackpool, Cobh, Passage West and on Kinsale Road. Our industry leading referral services include CT Scanning, Radiography, Ultrasound, Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Inhouse Laboratory, Orthopaedic Surgery (including spinal surgery), Hospitalisation facilities, Canine Hydrotherapy and Rehabilitation, and a 24-hour Emergency Service located in our main referral centre at Northpoint. We have a good client base with a strong focus on patient welfare and high clinical standards. The practice fosters a very supportive and caring environment where real emphasis is placed on ensuring a great work/life balance for all staff.
Since opening in 2003 we have improved the range and quality of services available to our clients and we are continually looking to expand. At present, we have over 40+ staff members in our group. Many of our Vets and Nurses hold their own certificates or specialize in their own area of interest and we encourage further professional development with our fully funded certificates. Our team in Value Vets is made up of 2 Veterinary Surgeons and 1 Veterinary Nurse. We are a small, close-knit team with animal welfare at our core.
Check out our website here: www.sunbeamvets.com
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:
Work Life Balance
* 22 days Annual Leave (subject to pro-rata)
* Birthday Leave
Focus on Employee Wellbeing
* Paid Maternity Leave Package
* Paid Paternity Leave
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* EAP and wellbeing centre access
* Paid Bereavement Leave
* Company Sick Pay
Development
* Leadership Academy for all our future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
* Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical
Additional Benefits
* Annual Pay Reviews
* Pawesome Benefits – various discounts including retail and virtual gym
* Employer Pension Contributions
* Discounted Staff Pet Veterinary Fees
* Relocation Packages
* Free Flu Jabs
* 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.
Shónagh Dawson RVN
Talent Partner
shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com
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