It can be daunting to apply for any position, but particularly one that is close to your heart. Those who work in the veterinary medical field feel very passionately about what they do and those they help. Applying for a receptionist position at a veterinary medical office requires the applicant to show grace, poise, the ability to communicate effectively and a love for helping animals. All of these qualities should be displayed when making your first impression--your application.
Instructions
1. Write a letter of intent, or a cover letter, to the veterinary office you wish to seek employment with. This letter is your first introduction to your potential employer, and should reflect your desire to work at the practice. List any qualifications that might not be appropriate to list on your resume, such as the ownership of pets, prior experience working with animals in a non-veterinary-related field or hobbies, activities and achievements that involve animals.
2. Compose a resume listing your work history. Include relevant positions--any volunteer work with a humane society, shelter or rescue organization should be included, as well as any paid positions that relate to animals or clerical work.
3. Print your cover letter and resume on fine resume paper, rather than plain copy or printer paper. This shows your potential employer that you take pride in your work and care about details.
4. Mail your letter and resume to the practice via the United States Postal Service.
5. Place a phone call to the veterinary medical office if you have not heard from them approximately one week after you have mailed your letter. This demonstrates determination and ambition, and also lets you know whether the office has received your letter. This is the perfect time to demonstrate a skill that is often practiced by a veterinary receptionist--phone skills.
6. Inquire about when you might be able to meet with the veterinarian or the practice manager, if your letter and resume have been received. If you are told they are not seeking new employees at the moment, thank the person you are speaking with and let them know that they may call upon you if anything opens up.
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