Front Desk Medical Receptionist / Office Assistant

NEED TO BE FLUENT IN WRITING AND SPEAKING SPANISH PLEASE COMPLETE PHONE & ONLINE ASSESSMENT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION FULL-TIME POSITION ONLY Looking for an additional member to join a dedicated team. Full benefits: Health, Vision, Dential available. Many other perks. We are an orthopedic practice headquartered in Carlstadt, NJ with satellites in the surrounding area who are actively seeking a dedicated and highly organized Front Desk Receptionist / Office Assistant for a promising opportunity.

Depending on your level of experience your main task will be office administration and front desk duties.

Responsibilities

Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures) Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges) Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock Update calendars and schedule meetings Keep updated records of office expenses and costs Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing Required Skills Strong attention to detail Excellent communication skills Ideally Bilingual, English and Spanish Good working skill with a computer High school diploma or equivalent Experience in a healthcare/clinical setting Strong leadership skills Ability to work with a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment Ability to multitask and work/function in a fast-paced environment Ideal Candidate: An individual that MUST be a happy, personable, and nice person A person that understands that, above all, service to the patient is key Is thoughtful and understanding of patients concerns, fears, and hesitancy in needing surgical care A person who works very well with others High-energy, dynamic individual with a focus on excellent service to patients Enjoys the team atmosphere A person who is on-time, honest, and hardworking A person not afraid to share their opinion, respectfully, but also is willing to change their mind should new or better information present itself Willing to learn from others and teach others