Front Desk Receptionist for Student Health Center

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Office Assistant to provide reception coverage for the Student Health Center in a normal office setting.

You will greet and register students, verify insurance eligibility, collect co-pays, and answer calls to schedule medical appointments and guide patients through sign-out procedures. The role involves clerical tasks, space reservations, mail handling, and general office support.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree may substitute for minimum education.
• Familiarity with standard office equipment and software.

Responsibilities

• Greets visitors and answers questions in-person and by telephone.
• Handles inquiries and routes to appropriate person/department.
• Manages space reservations and office logistics.
• Performs clerical duties: copying, mail, memos, filing, supplies.
• Assists with facility reservations and event support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting information systems

Computer literacy

Confidentiality

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Reception duties

Proofreading

Database software

Problem solving

Oral communications

Fast-paced environments

Professional etiquette

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (substitute for minimum education)

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Office Assistant to provide reception coverage for the Student Health Center in a normal office setting.

You will greet and register students, verify insurance eligibility, collect co-pays, and answer calls to schedule medical appointments and guide patients through sign-out procedures. The role involves clerical tasks, space reservations, mail handling, and general office support.