Front Desk Receptionist

About Us Community Health Choice, Inc. (Community) Is a Non-profit Managed Care Organization (MCO), Licensed By The Texas Department Of Insurance. Through Its Network Of More Than 10,000 Providers And 94 Hospitals, Community Serves Over 400,000 Members With The Following Programs ' Medicaid State of Texas Access Reform (STAR) program for low-income children and pregnant women ' Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for the children of low-income parents, which includes CHIP Perinatal benefits for unborn children of pregnant women who do not qualify for Medicaid STAR ' Health Insurance Marketplace Plans that offer individual health coverage that includes preventive care, emergency services, prescription drugs, and hospitalization available to all, regardless of pre-existing conditions. ' Community Health Choice (HMO D-SNP), a Medicare Advantage Dual Special Needs plan for people with both Medicare and Medicaid that combines Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, and Medicaid benefits with additional health benefits like dental, vision, transportation, and more. Improving Members' experiences is at the heart of every Community position. We strive every day to make sure that our Members have access to the high-quality health care they need and deserve. Community is accredited by URAC for its health plan operations. We offer care management programs for asthma, diabetes, and high-risk pregnancy. An affiliate of the Harris Health System (Harris Health), Community is financially self-sufficient and receives no financial support from Harris Health or from Harris County taxpayers. Job Summary The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, vendors, and callers, providing professional customer service and administrative support to ensure efficient front office operations. This role manages reception area activities, directs inquiries, coordinates visitor access, and supports routine office administration. In addition to primary reception duties, the Receptionist may provide limited administrative support to departmental Administrative Assistants during temporary staffing shortages, employee absences, PTO coverage, or periods of increased workload JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Reception & Guest Services Greets and assists visitors, employees, vendors, and guests in a professional and courteous manner Answers, screens, and directs incoming telephone calls Maintains visitor logs, security procedures, and guest check-in processes Monitors reception area and ensures a welcoming, organized environment Office Operations Support Receives, sorts, and distributes mail, packages, and deliveries Maintains office supply inventories and submits replenishment requests Assists with conference room scheduling and office logistics Supports basic facility-related requests and service tickets Administrative & Clerical Support Performs filing, scanning, copying, and document management Assists with data entry, record maintenance, and departmental tracking logs Supports preparation of routine correspondence and standard communications Meeting & Event Support Assists with meeting preparation, room setup, and coordination Supports training sessions, employee events, and departmental meetings Administrative Assistant Float Coverage Serves as a temporary administrative support resource during approved PTO, vacancies, or unusually high departmental workloads Assists Administrative Assistants with routine scheduling, document preparation, meeting coordination, data entry, and administrative follow-up activities Performs only basic to intermediate administrative functions while maintaining primary front desk responsibilities whenever operationally feasible Does not routinely support executive-level administrative functions unless specifically assigned Other duties as assigned Qualifications Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: High school diploma or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred. Work Experience (Years and Area): 1-2 years of receptionist, customer service, or office support experience Experience in healthcare or corporate office environments Experience supporting small workgroups or coordinating tasks. Software Proficiencies: Microsoft 365: Outlook (Calendar scheduling, meeting coordination, room booking via outlook) Word, Excel (basic functions, Teams Experience with visitor management, room booking and ticketing systems Other Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills Professional appearance, demeanor, and telephone etiquette Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy Reliable attendance & punctuality Preferred Bilingual English/Spanish Experience operating multi-line phone systems and visitor management systems