Receptionist
We are looking for an organized and personable Receptionist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, assisting with administrative tasks and ensuring smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors warmly and manage front desk operations to ensure a welcoming environment.<br>• Answer and direct calls using a multi-line phone system, providing accurate information to callers.<br>• Schedule and organize appointments, maintaining an efficient calendar.<br>• Handle email correspondence professionally, responding promptly to inquiries.<br>• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for various administrative duties.<br>• Organize and manage physical and digital files for easy access and retrieval.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing visitor and client needs.<br>• Collaborate with team members to support office functions and ensure smooth workflows.<br>• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
• Proven experience with multi-line phone systems and call management.<br>• Strong customer service skills with a friendly and detail-oriented demeanor.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.<br>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.<br>• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.<br>• Ability to manage schedules and appointments efficiently.<br>• Experience handling email correspondence in a meticulous and organized manner.<br>• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
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- Newton Centre, MA
- onsite
- Temporary
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19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an organized and personable Receptionist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, assisting with administrative tasks and ensuring smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors warmly and manage front desk operations to ensure a welcoming environment.<br>• Answer and direct calls using a multi-line phone system, providing accurate information to callers.<br>• Schedule and organize appointments, maintaining an efficient calendar.<br>• Handle email correspondence professionally, responding promptly to inquiries.<br>• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for various administrative duties.<br>• Organize and manage physical and digital files for easy access and retrieval.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing visitor and client needs.<br>• Collaborate with team members to support office functions and ensure smooth workflows.<br>• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
- 2025-10-21T12:29:09Z