Receptionist

Receptionist $16-$17 an hour

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric

• Attends all mandatory in-services by employee’s anniversary date

• Acts appropriately under the direction of the Administrator and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team

• Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet facility needs

• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions

• Demonstrates responsibility for all telephone, intercom and paging system operations.

• Performs typing and computer work for all departments, requiring general knowledge of all departmental operations

• Processes all mail for residents and delivers it to their rooms. Sorts facility mail, and puts in appropriate mail boxes

• Maintains rolodex, resident lists, and resident mail instructions

• Assists visitors when appropriate, and ensure the visitors sign-in to visit residents

• Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information

• Addresses employee satisfaction issues immediately and assists in resolving the matter in a professional manner

• Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law

• Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude

• Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher, emergency oxygen tank, etc.)

• Understands and can demonstrate knowledge of role in Fire and Disaster drills

• Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts

• Uses facility equipment safely

• Recognizes, removes and/or reports potential hazards

• Follows established safety rules/accident prevention

• Addresses residents in a respectful manner

• Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only

• Other duties as assigned by the Administrator

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Possess a High School degree

Preferred: Associates’ Degree in Secretarial Science

Experience:

Business background, typing skills and computer knowledge

Preferred: Experience appropriate for the requirements of this position

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of office machines and equipment

· Meets health assessment requirements, including two-stage Mantoux skin test

· Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

· Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required