Weekend Receptionist

Eastman Healthcare and Rehab Center is currently seeking an energetic
Receptionist
with a go-getter attitude to join our team in Eastman, GA.

Receptionist
General Purpose:
Operate paging/telephone system as required.

Answer telephone; determine nature of call and direct caller to appropriate individual or department.

• Receive inquiries and release information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with Patient Trust Fund, as directed by Business Office Manager.
• Greet visitors. Direct to appropriate office and/or resident room.
• Give directions/information to visitors, guests, residents, sales representatives, etc.
• Assist with administrative duties as directed. (Includes typing, filing, posting accounts, etc.)
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail as directed.
• Operate copier, office machines, etc., as directed.
• Operate computer as directed.
• Order supplies, as directed.
• Assist department directors in administrative matters. (i.e. typing reports, correspondence, etc.)
• Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
• Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill & Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information.
• Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse.
• Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility.
• Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
• Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.
• Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
• Perform Essential Duties as outlined above.
• Working Conditions
• Subject to frustrations in meeting work demands due to frequent interruptions.
• Fast paced, required to make decisions quickly
• Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• May work beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals