Front Desk, FL PACE Centers

FLORIDA PACE CENTERS, INC.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) plan

On-site parking

Fitness center

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health is seeking a Receptionist for PACE operations in Fort Lauderdale. The role involves front desk duties, greeting visitors, answering calls, and clerical support within a healthcare setting. Strong bilingual skills and familiarity with medical terminology are preferred.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 months of related healthcare experience. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and excellent communication while maintaining

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months of related healthcare experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handles all telephone calls, transfers calls to appropriate parties and greets and directs visitors.
• Transfers calls to voicemail or takes messages and delivers them to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
• Distributes incoming mail, copies and faxes documents in a timely manner.
• Emergency situations with clients/caregivers/providers are referred to appropriate parties.
• Maintains unit specific documentation as per department guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Provides assistance to staff and clerical support as needed.
• Attends department meetings and in-services as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Microsoft Office

Telephone switchboard

Healthcare terminology

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

6 months healthcare experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Location 1700 NW 49th Street,Ste 150,Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309,United States
• Employee Type Full-Time

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community’s seniors and their families.

Job Title: Receptionist PACE

Job Summary

Perform receptionist duties for assigned department following department protocols and procedures. Assists with clerical duties as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Handles all telephone calls, transfers calls to appropriate parties and greats and directs visitors.
• Transfers calls to voicemail or takes messages and delivers them to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
• Distributes incoming mail, copies and faxes documents in a timely manner.
• Emergency situations with clients/caregivers/providers are referred to appropriate parties.
• Maintains unit specific documentation as per department guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Provides assistance to staff and clerical support as needed.
• Attends department meetings and in‑services as needed.

Job Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 6 months of related experience preferably in a healthcare setting.

Licenses/Certifications:

Abilities Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Demonstrated ability to handle busy switchboard
• Costumer Service Skills, Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated caring attitude/ability to work with geriatric patients

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions

• Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

Infectious Material Exposure

• No routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues, but may occasionally require performing unplanned activities which may involve exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues.

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in‑services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well‑lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part‑time positions, free on‑campus parking, an onsite fitness centre and more .

Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.