Receptionist Full-time Job

We are searching for a Receptionist (Casual) to join our Parkland Saint John team based in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $15.60 - $16.10
• Free onsite parking
• 4% Vacation payout
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Answers and transfers telephone inquiries, greets and directs visitors
• Provides routine information and responds to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff
• Active screening of employees and visitors
• Sorts and distributes incoming and outgoing mail and couriers
• Prepares and distributes forms, reports and other documents to appropriate personnel and departments
• Performs a wide variety of assignments, which are sometimes confidential in nature
• Receives, processes, and records client payments
• Ensures client safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A high-school diploma or GED
• Excellent computer skills and experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous hospitality/customer service experience an asset; especially with seniors
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• A friendly and outgoing spirit is a definite asset
• Knowledge of medical terminology considered an asset
• Ability to work during the day and weekends
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.