WAU Student - Nursing Front Desk Receptionist - 2025-2026

Washington Adventist University; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Washington Adventist University is seeking a WAU Student Front Desk Receptionist for the Nursing Department. The role involves greeting guests, managing inquiries, and assisting with office tasks. Ideal candidates are reliable students with strong communication skills. This position supports the university's mission while providing valuable experience in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a WAU student and non-nursing major.
• Professional dress and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes guests and students, handling inquiries about nursing programs.
• Maintains student files and assists with miscellaneous projects.
• Answers phones and directs inquiries.

Skills

Professional dress

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Multitasking

Deadline management

Education

WAU student

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

WAU Student - Nursing Front Desk Receptionist - 2025-2026

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Job Details

Title: WAU Student Front Desk Receptionist

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Office Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Days/Hours: Vary

Salary: $17.15/hr

Overview of the University

Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education supporting a culture of excellence. Located in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU values professional expertise and fosters lasting connections among staff and faculty, all working towards producing graduates with moral leadership and competence.

Primary Duties

1. Welcomes guests and students, greeting them in person or on the phone, and handling inquiries about nursing programs.
2. Reports to the Nursing Office Manager.
3. Answers phones, takes messages, and directs inquiries.
4. Greets all visitors to the nursing department.
5. Assists with miscellaneous projects and maintains organized bulletin boards and office space.
6. Distributes mail daily and runs department errands.
7. Uses office equipment like Xerox and fax machines.
8. Maintains student files in coordination with relevant departments.
9. Provides information to students regarding studies, degrees, and admission prerequisites.
10. Assists the Admissions and Progressions Coordinator with projects weekly.

Qualifications

1. Professional dress and communication skills.
2. Reliability and punctuality.
3. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
5. Accurate phone message taking.
6. Must be a WAU student and non-nursing major.

Additional Information

Washington Adventist University is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, with a preference for SDA Church members. Candidates must understand and respect the university’s mission and identity.