The receptionist's job duties include greeting visitors, answering phones, and performing clerical tasks. They may also help with scheduling appointments and maintaining office supplies.
Responsibilities
- Welcoming guests: Greet visitors and direct them to the correct person or office
- Answering phones: Answer and make phone calls for office employees
- Handling mail: Sort and distribute mail
- Scheduling: Schedule meetings and business trips
- Maintaining records: Keep office records up to date
- Performing clerical tasks: Fax, photocopy, file, and transcribe documents
- Maintaining office supplies: Order, monitor, and maintain office equipment
- Handling inquiries: Answer questions from visitors about the company and its products or services
Skills and qualifications
- Good communication skills
- Multitasking skills
- Social skills
- Organization skills
- Technical skills, such as basic computer programs like Microsoft Office
- Flexibility
- Stress resistance
- Problem solving skills
Education and experience High school diploma or equivalent, Some office experience, Familiarity with medical terminology or the Microsoft Office Suite, and May require a typing test.