We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth
Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers is seeking a Full time front desk Receptionist for its skilled nursing facility located in Dutchess County, New York to be responsible for greeting clients and visitors to our office and some clerical work. As our receptionist, you will be in charge of giving clients directions to various parts of the office, contacting employees regarding visitors, answering phones and taking messages, sorting and distributing mail and misc. clerical duties. To be successful in this role, you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as competency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
Receptionist Responsibilities:
- Operates the multi-lined phones to answer incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate person or department and properly records messages as required.
- Serves as Emergency Response Team in the event of a fire or disaster. Calls 911 to give specific location and nature of the event, handles incoming calls, and follows direction of Response Team.
- Shows compassion, patience, and empathy towards residents and their needs. Has extensive interactions with residents and staff.
- Assists residents with resident funds, as requested.
- Communicates any emergencies clearly and timely with maintenance staff.
- Is familiar with the copy machine/ fax/ scanner.
- Keeps a record of residents going away, as well as residents in the hospital or health care center.
- Understands and practices HIPAA.
- Communicates effectively
- Maintains regular attendance and professional appearance and attitude at all times
- Misc clerical duties, such as placing orders, arranging appointments, etc
Receptionist Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Prior experience as a receptionist or in related field is preferred.
Who we are: We are an innovative skilled nursing facility within Dutchess County, specializes in caring for the elderly. Our successful reputation has been built by the efforts of our dedicated employees and is supported by Sapphire's future strategies, which reflect our appreciation for those who work in our organizations. Please join us and begin a successful and rewarding career.
Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers, considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment with Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs, participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when required
EOE Statement:
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.