POSITION SUMMARY: Scheduling appointments, taking messages and maintaining patient demographic and financial aspects as required.# Greets and directs department patients and visitors and provides assistance as necessary.# Contributes to the efficient operation of department, by answering phones and providing a variety of clerical support. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Previous receptionist and word processing experience preferred. EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Excellent verbal, written, organizational and critical decision-making skills required.# Must be able to read, write legibly and communicate effectively in English.# Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.# Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels of staff within the organization and community under varied conditions.# Ability to sort and file alphabetically or numerically.# Ability to operate a variety of general office equipment and computer.# Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.