Receptionist, 35hrs - Evenings
MiraVista Behavioral Health Center · Holyoke, MA · Yesterday
Administrative$21/hrInternship
About the role
The Receptionist at MiraVista Behavioral Health Center serves as a vital frontline representative and administrative support professional within a fast-paced, patient-centered mental health care environment. This position is responsible for creating a welcoming, calm, and respectful atmosphere for patients, families, visitors, vendors, and staff while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, safety and professionalism.
Schedule
35 hours per week, evenings. Monday–Friday, 3:00pm–8:00pm. No weekends.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients, visitors, and staff in a courteous, respectful, and trauma-informed manner
- Answer and route incoming phone calls promptly and professionally
- Maintain a calm and supportive demeanor when interacting with patients in emotional distress
- Acts as a resource for staff, families, and visitors
- Professional presentation in dress, appearance, and speech is required
- Maintain accurate patient logs in compliance with HIPAA and facility policies
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information
- Manage incoming mail and distribute appropriately to the correct individuals
- Maintain front desk supplies and keep reception area clean and organized
- Maintain food logs and send to payroll in the scheduled timeframe required
- Follow hospital safety protocols, including visitor sign-in procedures
- Monitor the waiting area and report safety concerns or unusual behavior to clinical staff
- Coordinate transportation and eligibility (PT-1, Mass Health/MART/GATRA etc) between ride service and clinical staff to ensure timely and appropriate transportation for patients monitoring schedule and proactively addressing delays, missed pickups or service issues
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required, associate's degree preferred
- Previous receptionist, front desk, or customer service experience in a Hospital Setting
- Bilingual Skills, Preferred
- Strong Communication Skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism in high-stress or emotionally Sensitive Situations
- Basic Computer Skills And Experience With Office software
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) match
- Long term disability (LTD)
- Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
Pay
$21.00–$25.00 per hour, determined based on the candidate's relevant experience.