ISCO Occupation Group 4226.2 Receptionist

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Receptionist: Receptionists are responsible for the reception area of a business. They answer the phone, greet guests, pass information, respond to inquiries and instruct visitors. They are the first point of contact for clients and customers.

Essential Skills

  • Adhere To Organisational Guidelines
  • Administer Appointments
  • Communicate Verbal Instructions
  • Maintain Reception Area
  • Greet Guests
  • Maintain Logbooks
  • Communicate By Telephone
  • Communicate With Customers
  • Use Microsoft Office
  • Disseminate Messages To People
  • Customer Service
  • Company Policies
  • Disseminate Internal Communications


Optional Skills

  • Respond To Customers' Inquiries
  • Handle Mail
  • Process Booking
  • Process Payments
  • Develop Documentation In Accordance With Legal Requirements
  • Keep Personal Administration
  • Process Data
  • Deliver Correspondence
  • File Documents
  • Maintain Correspondence Records
  • Handle Petty Cash
  • Office Administration
  • Allocate Badges
  • Handle Customer Complaints
  • Organise Facilities For Office Personnel
  • Issue Sales Invoices
  • Use Office Systems
  • Use Different Communication Channels
  • Accounting Techniques


Alternative Names

  • Receiving Clerk
  • Office Receptionist
  • Front Desk Agent
  • Front Desk Receptionist
  • Secretary
  • Company Secretary
  • Corporate Receptionist
  • Receiving Secretary
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Head Receptionist


Specializations

Specialization Title
C4226.2.1 ISCO Specialization 4226.2.1 Front Line Medical Receptionist
C4226.2.2 ISCO Specialization 4226.2.2 Veterinary Receptionist

Higher Level