Receptionist

Receptionist:

Location: St. Francis of Bellingham

Compensation: $20.00- $25.00

Schedule: M- F Business hours

The primary responsibility of a receptionist is to perform support with a variety of clerical activities and related tasks. The receptionist will be responsible for greeting and directing visitors upon arrival, answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate associates, mail distribution, flow of correspondence, requisition of supplies as well as additional clerical duties.

Responsibilities:

• Processing of Accounts Payable.
• Coordinating/ Scheduling transportation for residents.
• Answer telephones, operate facility paging system, and manage resident list and incoming calls to residents.
• Greet visitors, and give directions and information to guests, residents and sales representatives.
• Ensure all visitors abide by existing rules, use ID badges and manage the sign in/out log.
• Assist Administrator and Department Directors in administrative manners.
• Receive, sort and distribute mail.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education or secretarial training preferred.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
• 1+ years of experience in a clerical position, preferably in a healthcare office setting.
• 1+ years of experience in a customer service position.
• Ability to use general office equipment and computer systems required.
• Must present a professional appearance and reputation to represent Avamere and this facility.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Please Note: Effective Oct. 18, 2021, all Avamere employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have an approved medical or religious exception. If you are hired by Avamere after Oct. 18, 2021, you will need to be fully vaccinated (or obtain an approved exemption) prior to starting work and need to provide proof of vaccination (or approved exemption) within 10 days of starting work.