Receptionist
How this pay compares
This posting states $16.19–$17.24 an hour. Open medical receptionist jobs in New York post a median of $20.50 an hour, the middle half $18–$21.50, across 116 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Medical receptionists employed in New York earn a median of $20.71 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
About the job
The Arc Ontario
Receptionist
Salary: $16.19 - $17.24
Position Overview: The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and community members at The Arc Ontario's main facility, creating a welcoming and professional environment while ensuring efficient front-desk and switchboard operations. This role is responsible for greeting guests, managing incoming calls and messages, maintaining visitor records, and providing clerical support across departments. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and proficient in office technology, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. If you enjoy being the welcoming face of an organization and providing essential administrative support that helps teams succeed, we encourage you to apply and join The Arc Ontario team.
Work Location: Canandaigua, NY
Schedule: Per Diem (Substitute); Flexibility in schedule required to meet agency needs.
As a team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive...
- Retirement benefits
- Sick Time
- Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within the agency
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility
- Pay on Demand
- Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD
- Emergency Assistance Funding
- And more
Our Culture
Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment!
The Arc Ontario Story:
Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.
Responsibilities
- Greets visitors and provides assistance to visitors and staff whenever necessary. All Visitors must sign in on the visitors in and out log.
- Answers and screens telephone calls, connects calls to appropriate staff extensions, records telephone messages as necessary, acts as the primary switchboard operator. Also responsible for reviewing the messages in the company voice mailbox, especially each morning, and forwards them on to appropriate staff.
- Maintains the visitor in and out log sheets at the front desk.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred and over three (3) years experience in general office practice .
- Excellent typing skills, computer background (especially in Word) and a good public rapport are essential.
The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.
From The Arc Ontario's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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