Receptionist
How this pay compares
This posting states $19–$20.50 an hour. Open medical receptionist jobs in Illinois post a median of $18.94 an hour, the middle half $18.30–$20.66, across 43 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical receptionists employed in Illinois earn a median of $17.98 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 Citadel of Skokie is seeking a Receptionist to join their team! The Receptionist assists the Administrator and other key personnel in managing the incoming calls and schedules. The Receptionist greets employees, residents, and guests in a timely manner and with great professionalism while maintaining security. At this facility, this is a collectively bargained position under the union
Receptionist Duties and Responsibilities
- Works closely with Concierge and other departments to ensure communication when there is a visitor in the facility.
- Answers all calls coming into the facility in a professional manner and tone, transferring and routing appropriately.
- Oversees all mail in facility, including sorting and distributing mail.
- Efficiently contacts appropriate staff members with referrals – Plays key role with ensuring all referral related calls get to the right party in the proper amount of time.
- Performs basic bookkeeping, filing, and clerical duties.
- Sends emails and faxes.
- May input admission or patient information into the computer system as required.
- All other duties, as assigned.
Receptionist Qualifications and Skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure.
Receptionist Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- One or more years of prior work experience handling receptionist responsibilities is preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
Citadel Healthcare Benefits
- Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) with company match
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance.
- Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
- Innovative Training Programs
- Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
- Paid Time Off
Apply to join a growing team today!
Citadel Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing long and short-term skilled nursing care. At Citadel, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome- our number one goal.
Citadel Healthcare has been nominated as a Great Place to Work. Please click on the link to learn more about our facilities. We look forward to receiving your application! https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7020324
We don’t just offer care for you – we care about you.
Citadel Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.
From The Citadel of Skokie's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About The Citadel of Skokie
The Citadel of Skokie is a 113 (source: Medicare Care Compare: The Citadel of Skokie)-bed nursing home in Skokie, IL, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, front-office staff and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: The Citadel of Skokie
Based in Skokie, ILHires in IllinoisPay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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