Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - 1st Shift

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Paid holidays

Job Description

The facility located at 1 Vantage Drive in Poquoson, VA 23662 is a dedicated nursing establishment committed to providing exceptional care and support to elderly and disabled individuals. This reputable nursing facility prides itself on fostering a compassionate environment where residents feel valued, safe, and respected. With a team-oriented culture, the facility emphasizes professional integrity, high standards of care, and excellent service delivery to all visitors, residents, and staff alike. Employment at this location typically involves a full-time schedule from 8:00am to 5:00pm, allowing staff to maintain consistency in service hours while supporting both administrative and resident-focused needs.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
  • Basic computer literacy and familiarity with data entry
  • Willingness to comply with facility policies and residents' rights
  • Ability to attend in-service training sessions regularly
  • Demonstrated patience and professionalism in all interactions

Job 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
  • Knowledge of standard safety and evacuation procedures
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Experience with telephone systems and basic clerical tasks

Job Duties

  • Manages the telephone and switchboard
  • Operates paging/telephone system as required
  • Answers calls timely and courteously
  • Directs calls promptly and accurately
  • Assists visitors upon arrival to the facility by greeting them courteously and providing directions or contacting staff
  • Ensures all visitors/vendors sign in
  • Demonstrates customer service skills in every interaction both via phone and in person
  • Maintains a neat and orderly work area
  • Performs clerical duties such as mail handling, filing, preparing informational packets, data entry, and ordering supplies
  • Attends in-service education programs to meet facility educational requirements
  • Maintains confidentiality of resident and facility information
  • Protects residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse
  • Protects the personal property of residents
  • Performs other duties as directed by supervisor or administrator

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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