Receptionist (part-time)

sci; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

sci, located in Memphis, TN, is seeking a front desk receptionist to greet clients, answer calls, and provide general clerical support. The role involves directing visitors, answering routine inquiries, and coordinating with staff to ensure a respectful, organized environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months of reception or office experience, with strong MS Office skills and professional communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of general office or receptionist experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and professional phone manner.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests at the front desk and direct them appropriately.
• Notify staff when appointments arrive and escort guests to rooms.
• Answer routine questions about services and directions.
• Notify management of customer service or security issues.
• Receive and secure deceased belongings with proper chain of custody.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telephone systems

Copier

Fax machine

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Receives client families and visitors at the front desk by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them courteously and appropriately. Answers, screens, and routes incoming phone calls plus other general office support duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greets guests and visitors, offering assistance when entering the building
• Notifies staff members when appointments arrive and escorts guests to appropriate room
• Answers routine questions associated with services, products, location directions, etc.
• Immediately notifies and involves management with customer service and security issues
• Receives deceased belongings from family and follows chain of custody procedures
• Answers, screens, and routes incoming calls to appropriate staff members
• Maintains a comfortable environment for clients, providing beverages and other amenities for families as needed. May make coffee.
• Maintains guest-waiting area, disposing of trash, replacing tissues, and general straightening of furniture
• Receives incoming mail and packages
• Maintains organized and current electronic and paper files and records, such as deeds and trust files
• May perform light typing, proofreading, data entry or printing

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Six months general office, receptionist, or administrative support experience preferred

Proficient at operating telephones, fax, copier

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of MS Office Suite

Clear and professional speaking voice and tone

Professional interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations

Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy

Ability to work schedule including Saturday and or Sunday and beyond standard business hours

Postal Code: 38128

Category (Portal Searching): Administration and Clerical

Job Location: US-TN - Memphis