Receptionist

Job description

Front desk screener/receptionist

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary purpose of your job position is to perform clerical support in an efficient manner in accordance with established procedures, and as directed by your supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

· All duties and responsibilities shall be performed as set forth in our established policies and procedures.

• Adheres to and assures compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Receive and follow reception schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established policies and procedures.
• Operate paging/telephone system as required.
• Answer telephone, determine nature of call and direct caller to appropriate individual or department.
• Receive request from within the facility and locate personnel through paging system.
• Receive inquiries and release information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain a current listing of critical residents and/or residents who may not receive phone calls due to their condition. (May refer such calls to Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse).
• Offer beverages to visitors waiting for administrative personnel, as appropriate.
• Issue and collect identification badges as representatives sign in/out.
• Ensure guests/visitors abide by existing rules and refuse admission to persons as directed.
• Report suspicious persons/information to supervisor immediately.
• Assist with administrative duties as directed. (Includes typing, filing, posting accounts, etc.)
• Receive, sort and distribute mail as directed.
• Operate copier, office machines, etc., as directed.
• Operate computer as directed.
• Order supplies as directed.
• Assist department directors in administrative matters (i.e., typing reports, correspondence, etc.)
• Other related duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $14