Receptionist

Niagara HospiceLockport, NY
Internship

9 months ago

Description

Job Title

Receptionist

Job Location

One location

Job Overview

The receptionist will be responsible for answering incoming calls, fielding calls as appropriate, light typing, and greeting the public as they visit hospice.

Compensation

  • Job Types: Part-time, Internship
  • Schedule:
    • Evening shift
    • Weekend availability

Responsibilities

  • Answer all calls in a friendly and caring manner. Determine nature of call and forward to appropriate staff member.
  • Take and forward messages for all calls not connected, or offer connection to voicemail.
  • Greet visitors to Hospice, directing them to appropriate office and/or staff members.
  • Provide clerical support for other office duties during lull periods: ie: typing, data entry, logistical work for mailings and other assigned paperwork.
  • Collecting and opening of daily mail and distributing to staff. Keeping track of all incoming cash and checks by using the Daily Check/Cash Record.
  • Assist with the distribution of incoming and outgoing faxes as requested.
  • Support Hospice Philosophy
  • Handle patients and family requests in a positive manner

Requirements

  • Must be a high school graduate
  • Must have some computer knowledge, strong communication skills and telephone manners.
  • Must have prior experience in an office setting
  • Sense of personal responsibility and integrity
  • Emotional maturity
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of office machines and equipment
  • Organized and efficient
  • Possess ability to work well with others

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Estimated Monthly Living Expenses

For Lockport, NY | $2,905/mo

  • Housing/Rent$1,093

  • Miscellaneous$839

  • Food$409

  • Transportation$284

  • Utilities$280

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