Receptionist Job at Encompass Health in Sherwood

Valued For Your Receptionist Skills

Are you a friendly and organized individual with a passion for creating a welcoming atmosphere? Join our team as a Receptionist, where we believe in fostering careers close to home and heart. Be the first point of contact at our hospital, creating positive impressions and ensuring a smooth, friendly experience for visitors and callers. Your role as the face of our organization is pivotal, contributing to a warm environment aligned with your values. Operating the switchboard, managing front‑desk reception, and providing crucial clerical support across departments, your contributions ensure effective communication and operational efficiency.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks And Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls and route to appropriate area or individual.
• Greet all visitors; assist them in signing in and wearing badge.
• 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 any miscellaneous items.
• Check all therapy charges and attach census to back of each therapist’s batch.
• Operate the switchboard and manage front‑desk reception.
• Provide clerical support across departments to ensure effective communication and operational efficiency.

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.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Administrative

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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.

We’re eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that.