Receptionist (Day shift) Avantara Evergreen Park - 2.6 Evergreen Park, IL Job Details Part-time $18.50 - $20.00 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Welcome to Avantara Evergreen Park , a distinguished skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the heart of Evergreen Park, Illinois. We are proud to have earned the prestigious Gold Seal of Approval® Certification for Post-Acute Care and Nursing Care from The Joint Commission, which highlights our dedication to providing the highest standards of healthcare quality and safety. At Avantara Evergreen Park , we offer compassionate, individualized care, with specialized services in both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Nestled in the vibrant Evergreen Park community, our facility is located just minutes from downtown Chicago, providing easy access to the city's rich cultural offerings while maintaining a peaceful, neighborhood setting. With a wide range of local amenities, including parks, restaurants, and shopping centers, Avantara Evergreen Park is an ideal place to work and grow. If you are looking to join an award-winning team that values compassionate care and professional development, Avantara Evergreen Park is the perfect place to advance your healthcare career. Summary/Objective In keeping with our organization's goal of improving the lives of the Guests we serve, the Receptionist is responsible for providing superior customer service by acting as the first point of contact for all visitors to the facility. The Receptionist will be responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to the appropriate persons and mail distribution. The Receptionist also supports multiple departments by providing general office/clerical support. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Operate multiline telephone and paging system. 2. Answer incoming calls, determine the nature of the call and route the call to the appropriate party. 3. Locate personnel by using overhead paging system. 4. Greets and directs all visitors to the facility, ensures that all visitors sign-in and refuse visitor's entry to the facility if needed. 5. Reports suspicious behavior to the supervisor on duty. 6. Responds to inquiries regarding job openings and distributes job applications to perspective employees. 7. Receives, sorts and forwards incoming mail. Coordinates the pick-up and delivery of express mail services. 8. Responsible for reporting all guest and Guest concerns to the appropriate department head. 9. Maintains a list of all Guests by name and room number, staff extension numbers and key personnel. 10. Handles sensitive information regarding Guests and other facility matters with professionalism and confidentiality. 11. Works in an organized fashion and keeps lobby and workstation clean and free of hazards at all times. 12. Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment and supply issues to the supervisor. 13. Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Guests/guests, visitors, families, peers and supervisors. 14. Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed. 15. Respond special requests made by guests, Guests and family members. 16. Recognize your role as part of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts of your organization. 17. Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work. 18. Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned. 19. Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts. 20. Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization. 21. Communicate to leadership upon witnessing a positive outcome of a QAPI project or detecting barriers preventing project success. 22. Support QAPI efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiatives and findings. 23. Participate in compliance trainings as scheduled and adhere to compliance plan.

We offer great benefits including:

On Demand Pay. Competitive wages. Shift differentials. Tuition reimbursement. Internal growth opportunities. Medical, dental, and vision insurance options. Short-term and long-term disability insurance options. 401K with employer match. Employee concierge program. Employee assistance program. And more! Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a health care setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This role may also come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. Physical Demands The role is largely sedentary; however, some miscellaneous tasks might be assigned which would require the ability to lift, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This position is part of a health care facility that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. Travel No travel is expected for this position. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education and Experience One year experience in a customer service role. Additional Eligibility Qualifications None for this position. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Starting pay $18.50 Located at 10124 S Kedzie Ave, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, Avantara Evergreen Park offers convenient access to public transportation and major routes, making commuting simple for those across the Chicago metro area. With its blend of suburban charm and proximity to the city, working at Avantara Evergreen Park offers the best of both worlds. Join our dedicated team today and contribute to a facility that is known for excellence in care and a commitment to enriching the lives of our residents. Avantara Evergreen Park is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Avantara Evergreen Park never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.