Receptionist

Ascend Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ascend Health is seeking a Receptionist to support our Lincoln office. You will manage inbound calls, take messages, direct visitors, and handle mail, deliveries, and basic clerical tasks.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and professional communication with staff, patients, and families. Qualified candidates have 2–4 years of clerical/reception experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining organized records and efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of clerical/reception experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Answer the telephone courteously and transfer calls to staff.
• Take accurate messages and forward them promptly.
• Provide directions and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain a current visitor log.
• Receive and distribute mail and paperwork quickly.
• Respond to inquiries in a timely and thorough manner.
• Accept deliveries and route to departments.
• Perform copying and routine filing as requested.
• Distribute mail and faxes to personnel.
• Send outgoing mail and faxes as requested.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory.
• Keep files and records organized.
• Perform administrative tasks for billing office.
• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately.

Skills

Clerical experience

Reception experience

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Receptionist

• Answer the telephone in courteous manner and transfers call to the appropriate staff members.
• Take accurate messages and forwards them in a timely manner.
• Provide accurate directions in response to inquiries.
• Maintain a current and accurate visitor's log.
• Receive and distributes incoming paperwork, applications and mail quickly and completely.
• Respond to any inquiries for information in a timely and thorough manner.
• Accept deliveries and routes them to the appropriate departments.
• Perform copying and routine filing as requested.
• Distribute all mail and facsimiles to appropriate personnel.
• Send outgoing mail and facsimiles as requested.
• Order supplies for the corporate office and maintains inventory of basic office supplies.
• Keep files and records well-organized.
• Perform administrative task for billing office.
• Follows verbal and written instructions accurately and in a timely manner.

Ascend Hospice

is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.

We are proud to Offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career
• And More!

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/AA/M/F/DV

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Professional Experience

• 2-4 years of clerical/reception experience
• Ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a timely manner with accuracy & thoroughness

Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice!