Receptionist Job at Encompass Health in Danbury

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Base pay range

$17.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Overview

Receptionist position at Encompass Health. You are the first point of contact at the hospital, responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere, operating the switchboard, managing front desk reception, and providing clerical support across departments to ensure effective communication and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls and route to the appropriate area or individual.
• Greet all visitors; assist them in signing in and wearing badges.
• Enter and scan deposits, charges, and adjustments as directed.
• Run and distribute census reports each morning and at end of day.
• Assist in the entry of information related to admits, discharges, and physician changes.
• Scan all correspondence and miscellaneous items.
• Check all therapy charges and attach census to back of each therapist's batch.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Working knowledge of switchboard equipment preferred.
• Ability to use computer systems and complete data entry is preferred.
• Knowledge of 10-key data entry method preferred.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to coordinate, analyze, and make decisions.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts (weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights) as required.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Administrative
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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