Job Description

Receptionist

Status: Part-Time

Shifts: Saturdays and Sundays 9am-5pm

Location: Avamere Court at Keizer - 5210 River Road N Keizer OR 97303

Apply online at https://teamavamere.com/

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:

• 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 the Administrator and Department Directors administratively.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail.

Education

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

Experience

• 1+ years of experience in a clerical position, preferably in a healthcare office setting.
• 1+ years of experience in a customer service position.
• Genuine interest and passion for working with the elderly/geriatric population.
• 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 by HIPAA guidelines.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503