Receptionist Job at Singing River Hospital in Gulfport
Singing River Hospital, Gulfport, MS, United States, 39500
Position Overview
The Receptionist receives and assists patients and visitors, answers telephone calls, and organizes appointments. He/She helps to facilitate patient care by carrying out the Receptionist responsibilities in a professional, efficient, and accurate manner. Location: Gulfport Interventional Pain Management Clinic | Full-Time | Monday-Friday, Days | 15190 Community Road, Suite 260, Gulfport, Mississippi, 39503, United States
Education
High school graduate or equivalent required.
License
N/A
Certifications
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience
Experience working in a clerical or secretarial role in a healthcare-related setting preferred.
Reports to
Practice Administrator
Supervises
None
Physical Demands
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office and facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Exerting a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects including the human body. Exposures to body fluids, sputum and tissues may occur. Repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and fingers while operating standard office equipment.
Requires good hearing and vision; able to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels; requires close visual acuity and the ability to adjust focus (e.g., computer monitor to printed materials).
Must be able to be active for extended periods and work shifts that may change per hospital needs.
Mental Demands
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties: assessment and decision-making abilities, superior communication skills, emotional stability, and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in complex situations. Ability to maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships.
Special Demands
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Proficient computer skills (keyboard proficiency) and familiarity with MS Outlook and Word; ability to use other office technology (telephone, fax, etc.).
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.