Receptionist - Mat-Su Palmer Urgent Care - PRN

Community Health Systems; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Job summary

Community Health Systems is hiring a Receptionist for Mat‑Su Palmer Urgent Care in Alaska. The successful candidate will ensure a positive first impression by welcoming patients and handling front desk operations with professionalism. Essential functions include greeting visitors, managing phone calls, performing clerical duties, and assisting with administrative tasks.

This role requires strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and some customer service or office experience. A robust benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k), is offered to full-time employees.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of customer service or office administration experience required.
• Ability to interact effectively with visitors, staff, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Greets and welcomes patients and visitors.
• Answers and transfers phone calls.
• Maintains a clean and organized reception area.
• Manages scheduling tasks and office supplies.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Multitasking skills

Job description

Job Description

As a Receptionist at Mat‑Su Palmer Urgent Care, you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full‑time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Receptionist ensures a positive first impression by welcoming patients, visitors, and staff with professionalism and care. This role oversees front desk operations, handles inquiries, directs visitors, and provides administrative support to maintain an efficient and organized facility environment.

Essential Functions

• Greets and welcomes patients, job applicants, vendors, and other visitors, directing them to the appropriate person or department.
• Answers, screens, and transfers phone calls to employees, ensuring courteous and accurate communication.
• Responds to customer inquiries promptly and professionally, providing information or redirecting as necessary.
• Performs general clerical duties, including filing, copying, and composing routine correspondence.
• Maintains a clean and organized reception area to ensure a positive first impression for visitors.
• Operates standard office equipment, such as copiers, fax machines, and computers, on a regular basis.
• Manages scheduling tasks, including appointment setting and meeting coordination, as needed.
• Monitors and maintains office supplies, notifying the appropriate personnel of replenishment needs.
• Assists with special projects and additional administrative tasks as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of customer service or office administration experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with visitors, staff, and vendors.
• Proficiency in using office equipment and basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to handle a variety of clerical tasks efficiently.
• Professional and courteous demeanor to create a welcoming environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy standards.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.