Receptionist- Seasonal Nov-Jan

The Receptionist is responsible for the following:  

• Helps, guidance and direction to visitors, residents, and staff. 

• Give dialing instructions when necessary. 

• Records all long-distance calls. 

• Make every effort to see that all calls reach the proper party. 

• Page's appropriate part when necessary. 

• Takes messages for those she/he is unable to reach. 

• Reports all malfunctioning switchboard equipment promptly to telephone repair and supervisor and keeps records of “whom” and “when” it was reported and when problem cleared. 

• Responds to emergency calls following established protocols. 

• Assists in maintenance and care of department equipment and supplies. 

• Learns and follows assigned safety, security and fire procedures. 

• Reports any accidents and dangerous situations immediately. 

• Maintains confidentiality of organizational and resident information. 

• Performs other related duties assigned. 

• Maintains required records and statistics as directed. 

• Notifies mail room clerk of deliveries to be made within the home. 

• Distributes daily papers to residents (also, cancel orders when requested, or when resident goes to the hospital). 

• Fulfills role of mail room clerk as needed. 

• Maintain an in/out sheet for sisters, staff, residents hospitalized, etc. 

• Accept clothes from outside cleaners for pick-up and return. 

• Keep records of all visitors to the home, name of residents, room, etc. and detain, when possible, any resident leaving home who should not. Calls for security as needed. 

• Assist other employees where needed. 

• Responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow employees, residents, and families. 

• Maintains a friendly working atmosphere. 

• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance. 

• Provides assistance with resident care where applicable. 

Experience: 6 months