Receptionist

Cedars Healthcare Center; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO plans

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Cedars Healthcare Center in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Receptionist for a full-time, 12-hour night shift. You will greet callers, visitors, and staff, answer phones, take messages, and direct individuals to the appropriate departments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and prior receptionist experience, preferably in healthcare. You will provide administrative support and help maintain center policies and infection-control standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous receptionist experience required.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone, determine nature of call, and direct caller to appropriate individual or department.
• Take accurate messages when personnel are unavailable and ensure accurate delivery.
• Greet and direct visitors to the appropriate personnel.
• Provide administrative support as assigned.
• Maintain and follow center policies, quality improvement, safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Communication skills

Telephone handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Address:1242 Cedars Court Charlottesville, VA 22903Cedars Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting for a Receptionist to join our team.Shift: Full Time 12 hour Night Shift Position AvailableRate: $16/hourPURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT:The position of Receptionist works to maintain a friendly and positive image for the center to callers, visitors, and guests through the responsibility of greeting and/or directing them. The position must function as a team member to ensure that work is accomplished and quality service is delivered, supporting team members and leading the way in celebrating team successes. While focusing on delivering quality service, the position must also manage the resources within their control and assist others in managing resources.JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESAnswer telephone, determine nature of call, and direct caller to appropriate individual or departmentTake accurate messages when personnel are unavailable and ensure accurate deliveryOperate paging/telephone system as requiredGreet and direct visitors to the appropriate personnelProvide administrative support as assignedParticipate in and provide scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain licensure of self and certification of team and enhance quality of care.Perform other related activities as assigned or requested.Maintain and work within established departmental, center, and home office policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSHigh School diploma or GED requiredPrevious receptionist experience requiredPrior work/life experiences, preferably in a healthcare setting.BenefitsAs a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.About UsSince 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional, person‑centered care as a national leader in post‑acute services for individuals with chronic or complex conditions. Today, our more than 105 skilled nursing and long‑term care facilities serve nearly 13,000 residents at any given time.To support our centers and ensure long‑term success and continuity of care, CommuniCare has developed integrated lines of business spanning the full continuum of care. These specialized solutions include chronic disease management, memory care, telehealth services, Medicare insurance plans, behavioral health programs, and comprehensive medical services. Together, they enable us to deliver sophisticated, coordinated, and transformative care beyond the walls of our facilities.Our mission, Serve with Pride, is evident in the quality and consistency residents, families, and community partners have come to expect and trust. With more than 14,000 employees serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by placing extraordinary service above all else.We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to enhance quality of life—creating environments where residents feel at home, employees thrive, and families find comfort and confidence in the care we provide.