Receptionist Job Description

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receptionist
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A Receptionist performs administrative tasks and is the first to meet visitors and clients who arrive at the office. Their role is answering phones, preparing meeting and training rooms, sorting and distributing mail, announcing clients, and helping maintain workplace security by issuing badges, checking identification and assisting clients in finding their way around the office. Their responsibilities are making travel plans, routing calls, taking notes, copying, faxing and making travel plans, helping colleagues with administrative tasks, and providing excellent customer service.

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    • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in General Studies
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      Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$23,007Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
    • Associate Degree
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      Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
    • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Psychology
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      Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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    3.1 years
    $34K
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    2.68 years
    Entry
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    3
    194 out of 4000

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