Weekend Receptionist

Weekend Receptionist Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center | Cheyenne, Wyoming Weekend Position Why Join Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center? At Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center, our Receptionist is often the first person residents, families, visitors, applicants, and community partners interact with when they enter our facility. We are seeking someone who can create a welcoming first impression while providing dependable administrative support to our residents, families, employees, and leadership team. Consistent weekend opportunity Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunity to gain experience in healthcare and senior living Leadership that values and supports staff Meaningful work where your interactions make a difference Position Overview Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a friendly, dependable, and professional Weekend Receptionist to join our team in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The Weekend Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact at the front desk and plays an important role in creating a welcoming, organized, and professional environment throughout the facility. This position is responsible for greeting and assisting residents, families, visitors, employees, applicants, vendors, and other guests; answering and directing telephone calls; providing general administrative support; and assisting facility leadership with front-office responsibilities. Because this position provides weekend front-desk coverage, dependability and consistent weekend availability are essential . Key Responsibilities Reception & Customer Service Greet residents, families, visitors, employees, applicants, vendors, and community partners in a friendly and professional manner Create a positive and welcoming first impression for everyone entering the facility Assist visitors with general questions and direct them to the appropriate department or team member Provide courteous and professional customer service in person and over the telephone Maintain awareness of activity within the front entrance and reception area Assist residents and families with general non-clinical questions and direct clinical concerns to the appropriate nursing or leadership team member Help maintain a welcoming environment where residents and families feel valued and cared for Telephone & Front Desk Operations Answer incoming telephone calls promptly and professionally Direct calls to the appropriate department or employee Take accurate messages and ensure they are communicated appropriately Monitor the front desk and main entrance during assigned hours Assist with visitor sign-in and other established entrance procedures Receive deliveries and notify appropriate departments Maintain an organized, clean, and professional reception area Follow established procedures for handling inquiries and requests for information Administrative Support Assist with general clerical and administrative responsibilities as assigned Organize, copy, scan, file, and distribute documents Assist with preparing packets, forms, correspondence, and other facility materials Receive and distribute mail, packages, and internal communications Maintain appropriate front-desk logs and documentation Assist facility leadership and department managers with administrative projects as assigned Support weekend facility operations by communicating information to the appropriate team members Resident & Family Experience Develop positive and professional relationships with residents and families Provide residents and visitors with assistance navigating the facility Listen respectfully to resident and family questions or concerns and communicate them to the appropriate staff member Maintain resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality Demonstrate patience, compassion, and professionalism when interacting with seniors and their families Recognize that every front-desk interaction contributes to the overall resident and family experience Safety & Confidentiality Maintain confidentiality of resident, employee, and facility information Follow applicable privacy requirements and facility confidentiality policies Do not release resident or employee information without appropriate authorization Follow facility visitor, security, emergency, and safety procedures Promptly communicate unusual activity, safety concerns, or emergency situations to appropriate facility personnel Maintain professional boundaries when handling sensitive information Teamwork & Professionalism Work collaboratively with nursing, administration, Human Resources, admissions, social services, dietary, activities, and other departments Maintain dependable attendance and arrive on time and prepared for scheduled weekend shifts Communicate professionally with residents, families, visitors, coworkers, and leadership Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist with facility needs Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor Participate in required training and facility education Perform additional receptionist and administrative responsibilities as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred Previous receptionist, front-desk, administrative, customer-service, hospitality, healthcare, or senior-living experience preferred but not required Ability to consistently work the required weekend schedule Excellent customer-service and interpersonal skills Friendly, professional, and welcoming personality Strong verbal and written communication skills Dependable and punctual Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and interruptions professionally Comfortable answering multi-line telephone systems and using standard office equipment Basic computer skills and ability to learn facility systems Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally Ability to communicate compassionately with seniors and their families Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced healthcare environment Benefits Competitive compensation Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees 401(k) retirement plan Care Cash Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Supportive and collaborative work environment Training and professional development opportunities Opportunities for career advancement Grow With Us The Weekend Receptionist position is a great opportunity to gain experience within healthcare, senior living, administration, customer service, and facility operations . At Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center, we believe in recognizing employees who demonstrate reliability, professionalism, strong customer service, and a willingness to learn. Whether you are beginning your career or bringing previous administrative or customer-service experience, we want to provide an environment where you can continue developing your skills and exploring opportunities for advancement. About Us Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Cheyenne, Wyoming community , providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services. Our mission is simple: To Make Every Resident Feel Cared For. That mission begins the moment someone walks through our doors. Our Receptionist helps create the welcoming, professional, and compassionate environment we want every resident, family member, and visitor to experience. Equal Opportunity Employer Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable Accommodation Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources. Physical Requirements Ability to sit and work at a reception desk for extended periods Ability to periodically stand and walk throughout the facility Ability to operate a telephone, computer, printer, scanner, and other standard office equipment Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically Ability to perform routine clerical and administrative responsibilities Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation #J-18808-Ljbffr Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center