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Family Services Inc.

NY · On-site

$18.75/hr

Floating Medical Receptionist Salary: $21.00 per hour Supervisor: Office Manager Location: Dutchess & Ulster Counties Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, 20 hours per week Schedule: Varies based on ...

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Receptionist

Danvers, MA · On-site

$17.75 - $19/hr

As the Front Desk Receptionist, you serve as the information referral center for our residents ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Receptionist

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The Branches of Marlboro are looking for a Front Desk Receptionist to join their team! $18-$20/HR ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

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$17.50 - $18.75/hr

The Arbors of Bedford are looking for a Part Time Receptionist to join their team! $17.50-18.75/HR ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

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$18 - $20/hr

The Branches of Marlboro are looking for a Front Desk Receptionist to join their team! $18-$20/HR ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Receptionist

Bedford, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $18.75/hr

The Arbors of Bedford are looking for a Part Time Receptionist to join their team! $17.50-18.75/HR ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

Peregrine Shaker

Receptionist

Albany, NY · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays * Child Care Reimbursement * Compassionate PTO Donation Program * Flexible Scheduling * Employee Assistance Program * PTO Cash Out Program Receptionist ...

Peregrine Delmar Place

Receptionist

Albany, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $18.50/hr

Receptionist We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated Receptionist. Schedule: Per Diem ... Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays * Aetna Health Plans, Dental, Vision * Child Care Reimbursement

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Receptionist

Bedford, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $18.75/hr

The Arbors of Bedford are looking for a Part Time Receptionist to join their team! Part time ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

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$17.50 - $18.75/hr

The Arbors of Bedford are looking for a Part Time Receptionist to join their team! Part time ... & 3 floating holidays * Discounted Meal Program * Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

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How much do floating receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for floating receptionist in the United States is $17.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a floating receptionist adapt to working in multiple office environments, and what challenges might they encounter?

Floating receptionists are often assigned to various offices or departments, requiring flexibility and quick adaptation to different work cultures, policies, and team dynamics. Common challenges include learning new phone systems, software, and office procedures on the fly, as well as building rapport with staff and visitors in each location. Successful floating receptionists stay organized, communicate clearly, and maintain a positive, professional attitude to ensure seamless front-desk operations wherever they're placed. This role provides valuable exposure to diverse work environments, which can be an asset for career growth in administrative support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floating receptionist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floating Receptionist, you need strong organizational skills, multitasking ability, and experience in administrative tasks, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite, phone systems, and scheduling platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and a customer-service mindset help you quickly integrate into various teams and environments. These skills ensure smooth front-desk operations and positive first impressions across different locations.

What is the difference between Floating Receptionist vs Front Desk Clerk?

AspectFloating ReceptionistFront Desk Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma; customer service skillsHigh school diploma; customer service skills
Work EnvironmentMultiple locations within a company or facilitySingle location, typically a hotel, hospital, or office
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations with multiple sites or departmentsCommon in hospitality, healthcare, and corporate settings
Primary DutiesCover reception at various sites, assist visitors, answer callsManage front desk, check-in guests, handle inquiries

Both roles involve customer service and front desk duties, but a Floating Receptionist works across multiple locations, providing flexibility, while a Front Desk Clerk is dedicated to a single site, focusing on guest or visitor management.

How can I work as a floating receptionist with no experience?

A floating receptionist role typically requires basic customer service and communication skills. To qualify without experience, focus on developing a friendly demeanor, organizational skills, and familiarity with office technology; some employers may provide on-the-job training for entry-level candidates.

What is a floating receptionist?

A floating receptionist is a front-desk employee who rotates between different locations or departments within an organization, providing administrative support and customer service as needed. This role requires flexibility, good communication skills, and familiarity with office management tools. It is often found in large companies, hospitals, or multi-location businesses.
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Infographic showing various Floating Receptionist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,057 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Floating Medical Receptionist

Family Services Inc.

NY • On-site

$18.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Title: Floating Medical Receptionist

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Supervisor: Office Manager

Location: Dutchess & Ulster Counties

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, 20 hours per week      

Schedule: Varies based on staffing needs

Function: 

The Office Specialist provides clerical support to outpatient behavioral health centers. Responsibilities include greeting clients and visitors, scheduling appointments both in person and telehealth, collecting co-pays and service fees, answering and routing telephone calls, and maintaining organized documentation. The Office Specialist also provides a variety of routine clerical services, including filing, photocopying, faxing, maintaining office supplies, and sorting and distributing mail. This position is not based at one clinic and is responsible for covering as needed across 8 behavioral health centers.

Qualifications: 

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
  • One (1) year of full-time clerical work experience, or completion of a clerical training program preferred

Position Responsibilities:   

  • Provide office coverage across eight Behavioral Health Centers located throughout Dutchess and Ulster County, based on operational and staffing needs.
  • Schedule clients for both in person and telehealth services.
  • Consistently monitor for cancellations and rescheduling needs through a third-party application.  
  • Perform skilled keyboarding and accurate data entry in a fully integrated electronic medical record system.
  • Accurately record daily fee collection including service fees, copays, deductibles, and invoice payments. 
  • Reviews records and documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with standards. 
  • Scans and files materials in record system in accordance with guidelines. 
  • Maintains records of time and benefit usage, employee certification and training.     
  • Adhere to prescribed privacy practices and HIPAA regulations to protect the security of our clients and their medical records and ensure that confidentiality is maintained. 
  • Support Office Specialists to ensure completeness of daily tasks. 
  • Regularly reviews front office processes for opportunities for improvement and proactively makes recommendations for reducing variation across clinics.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Essential Requirements: 
  • Reliable transportation with the flexibility to travel to all behavioral health centers based on coverage needs.
  • Ability to navigate different center workflows and help promote consistent practices across locations.
  • Ability to integrate seamlessly into different office environments and team dynamics
  • Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with diverse teams across multiple locations

Skills & Abilities: 

  • Comfort with grammar, spelling, punctuation and required formats necessary to recognize and correct such errors in correspondence, records, and reports. 
  • Knowledge of software packages for word processing to produce a variety of information and for database management to track information. 
  • Knowledge of office practices necessary for interacting with staff and the public, processing workflow, and filing and retrieving information. 
  • Comfort with arithmetic to verify calculations and report on work activities. 
  • Skill in operating office automation equipment sufficient to produce work accurately and efficiently. 
  • Ability to learn and work within procedures and guidelines. 
  • Ability to provide basic information and direction to clients, public and others. 
  • Ability to collect and record fees. 
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative and supportive working relationships with all members of the clinical and clerical staff; informs Clinic Director of relevant clinical and administrative issues; consult appropriately; actively support program goals and system improvements/changes. 

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
  • Generous paid vacation, holiday, sick and personal time package (2 weeks’ vacation in first year, 13 paid holidays per year, 12 sick days per year and 4 personal days per year).
  • Access to Family Services’ Compassionate Leave Program where employees can donate/receive unused time off.
  • Group term life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Supplemental life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment coverage (AD&D).
  • Supplemental insurance through Aflac.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Pet insurance.

Our Mission:

Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger safer Hudson Valley.

Our Values:

Compassion – Extending empathy and understanding to others.

Integrity – Being honest and dependable.

Hope – Believing in the strength of the human spirit and heart, to emerge and thrive when faced with a challenge.

Diversity – Promoting a vision of community comprised of wide-ranging assets.

Respect – Treating all individuals with dignity and without judgement.

Community – Recognizing and reinforcing the importance of our world as being comprised of people of differing strengths and perspectives.

Justice – Promoting social and economic equity and fairness.

Quality – Aspiring for excellence in every aspect of our work.

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Family Services, Inc. complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@familyservicesny.org.

Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We follow federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without work sponsorship.

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