O’Shea, Bramley & Breen Vets, Wexford, Wexford Town
Position Type: Full-time or Part-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours (5 days) per week (Monday–Saturday, with a day off in lieu if working Saturday)
No Sundays, Bank Holidays, or out-of-hours work
The Role:
We’re looking for a friendly, confident, and well-organised receptionist to become the welcoming face of Wexford Veterinary Hospital. This is a busy, client-facing role where your communication and multitasking skills will really shine. You’ll play a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, supporting both our team and our clients in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
Day-to-day
* Greeting clients and managing appointments through our tailored booking system (Merlin)
* Answering calls and responding to client queries with professionalism and warmth
* Handling payments, transactions, and daily cash balancing
* Assisting with stock deliveries and light lifting where needed
* Helping keep the practice organised, clean, and welcoming
* Supporting the team with general admin duties
* Building product knowledge to better assist our clients
Why Join Wexford Veterinary Hospital?
Set in the heart of the sunny South East, our purpose-built, mixed-animal hospital offers the best of both worlds: a modern, progressive practice with the warm, supportive feel of a close-knit team. We’re proud to provide outstanding care to both pets and farm animals, so whether you love the buzz of a companion animal clinic, the variety of a mixed caseload, or just enjoy being part of a team that makes a real difference – you’ll find it here.
* We’ve invested in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support our work.
* Our custom Practice Management System makes admin smooth and stress-free (full training provided).
* You’ll join a welcoming team of 8 vets, 5 nurses, and 5 support staff who value teamwork, positivity, and supporting each other.
From day one, you’ll receive full training and mentorship to help you feel confident in the role. What matters most to us is finding someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and team-oriented.
What We Offer
* A supportive team where your contributions are valued
* A dynamic workplace with plenty of variety
* Full training and ongoing support to help you succeed
* A friendly, community-focused environment in a beautiful part of the country
About You
We are looking for a trustworthy and proactive individual who thrives in a busy, client-focused setting. The successful applicant must have:
* Previous receptionist or front-of-house experience in a customer service environment
* Strong IT skills – comfortable with Microsoft Outlook, navigating multiple systems, and data entry
* Experience with cash handling and confident discussing payments with clients
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* High standards of cleanliness and organisation
* Team-oriented and willing to support others as needed
* Passion for animal welfare
What We Offer (Benefits subject to pro-rata where applicable)
We offer a competitive salary along with great benefits, including:
* Leave: Annual Leave, Birthday Leave, Paid Maternity, Paternity, Bereavement, and Sick Leave
* Wellbeing: Cycle to Work Scheme, EAP Access, Free Flu Jabs, Discounts (Retail & Virtual Gym), & Access to Company Programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing, etc.)
* Financial Support: Employer Pension Contributions, Discounted Staff Pet Veterinary Fees
If you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you’ll be part of a team that feels like family, and where you can grow your skills in a supportive environment – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Wexford Veterinary Hospital.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, and a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from diverse groups. Please let us know if any reasonable adjustments are required during the recruitment process.
Closing date for applications: Friday 19th September
O’Shea, Bramley & Breen Vets, Wexford
Distillery Rd, Whitewell, Wexford Town, Y35 W88E, Ireland
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