Sr. Receptionist Per Diem Rutgers University

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Senior Receptionist/Switchboard Operator for the Acute Psych Services Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the per diem Senior Receptionist/Switchboard Operator is to serve as main receptionist for the building and provide general office clerical support.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Greets all consumers/visitors in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Monitors the waiting area to ensure the comfort and safety of visitors.
• Provides accurate information such as directions as well as building facility information to visitors.
• Ensures all individuals entering the building display proper identification.
• Issues temporary passes to visitors.
• Handles telephone calls in a professional and helpful manner.
• Schedules, cancels and confirms appointments.
• Performs light typing and clerical tasks for various departments.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years of clerical experience, preferably as a receptionist and involving scheduling duties in a medical or clinical setting.

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise. Moderate traffic, frequent interruptions with request for assistance.

Special Conditions:

• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

Salary: A minimum of $16.45 per hour

Posting Number: 24ST2147