Hospital Front Desk Receptionist — Day-One Benefits

Encompass Health Corporation; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and continuous教育

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings

Job summary

Encompass Health in Coralville, IA is seeking a friendly Receptionist to be the first point of contact for patients, visitors and callers. You will manage the front desk, operate the switchboard, and handle essential clerical tasks to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.

This role emphasizes dependable communication, multitasking, and a courteous, detail‑oriented approach. You will greet visitors, assist with signing in and badge access, and support across departments to keep hospital

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.

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.

Skills

Switchboard

Front desk

Data entry

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

10-key data entry

Computer systems

Job description

Encompass Health in Coralville, IA is seeking a friendly Receptionist to be the first point of contact for patients, visitors and callers. You will manage the front desk, operate the switchboard, and handle essential clerical tasks to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.

This role emphasizes dependable communication, multitasking, and a courteous, detail‑oriented approach. You will greet visitors, assist with signing in and badge access, and support across departments to keep hospital