Receptionist
Company: Viva Senior Living
Location: Baldwinsville
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Part Time
Monday-Friday 5:00p-9:00p Description POSITION TITLE: Receptionist
DEPARTMENT: Administration REPORTS TO: Business Office Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: The essential functions of the job for the
Receptionist requires, and may be amended from time to time at the
sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not
limited to the following: Comply with standards of business conduct
in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory
standards and guidelines, as applicable. Must possess, at a
minimum, a high school diploma or a GED Must be able to work well
with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain
the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to
the Resident Bill of Rights. In exigent circumstances, the employee
may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g.,
severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow
the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee
Handbook. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand
English. Must maintain the highest standards in caring and
servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members
and loves ones. Must adhere to all facility policies and
procedures. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES Receive guests and
visitors, having them sign in. Assist visitors in finding resident
rooms. Answer telephone and takes messages (to include caller’s
name, telephone number, time, and date of call), respond to
requests, forward information to other staff members. Announce
appointments and arrivals to appropriate staff. Type memos,
correspondence, reports, and other documents as requested. If
requested, sort mail and distribute appropriately to mailboxes,
residents, and departments. Create and maintain an atmosphere of
warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis. Maintain
confidentiality of all pertinent resident information to ensure
that resident rights are protected. Be knowledgeable about
community services and rates, providing families and/or prospective
residents with tours and/or community information. Assemble and
maintain admission and information packets. Keep front desk and
lobby area neat and organized. Perform any other duties assigned by
Business Office Manager or Executive Director. Other duties as
assigned Ensures that residents and families receive the highest
quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which
recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights. Report any
occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials,
and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your
supervisor. As a condition of employment, complete all assigned
training and skills competency. Participate in all life safety and
emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as
assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s
emergency plan. Assists with evacuation of residents in an
emergency situation Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health
Information, including verbal, written and electronic
communications. Report non-compliance with policies, procedures,
regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate
personnel. Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all
investigations. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect,
misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of
residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Report any
retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and
the Compliance Officer. Fulfill individual responsibility to report
any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency.
Performs other duties as requested. Requirements: Requirements
annual health REQUIREMENTS: Must provide annual verification of a
negative TB skin test. physical and sensory requirements: (With or
Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) Must be able to move
intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with
the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to
see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to
function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this
position can be fully met. Must meet the general health
requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which
include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate
to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset,
and, at times, agitated residents Must be able to push, pull, move,
and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet
and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum
distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation
of residents during emergency situations.
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