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Telephone Solicitor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Front Desk Receptionist

Shelton, CT · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Promptly and professionally answers telephone calls. Routes calls appropriately. * Retrieve ... Appropriately and courteously screens solicitors for relevance to organization needs. * Confirm ...

RECORDS CLERK

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Responsibilities: * Assist the general public with requests or questions; answer the telephone ... Process permits for liquor and solicitors. * Process reports, photos, and video requests for law ...

RECORDS CLERK

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Responsibilities * Assist the general public with requests or questions; answer the telephone ... Process permits for liquor and solicitors. * Process reports, photos, and video requests for law ...

Member Specialist

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide service to walk-in and telephone members seeking insurance services. Sell memberships and ... Property and Casualty/Solicitors License required. * Property and Casualty Insurance License, valid ...

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How much do telephone solicitor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for telephone solicitor in the United States is $16.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a telephone solicitor?

Telephone solicitors are professionals who make outbound calls to individuals or businesses to promote products, services, or causes. They typically work for telemarketing firms, charities, or companies looking to expand their customer base. Their main responsibilities include making sales pitches, gathering information, and sometimes conducting surveys. Telephone solicitors must have excellent communication skills and be able to handle rejection professionally. Laws and regulations, such as ‘Do Not Call’ lists, often govern their activities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a telephone solicitor?

To thrive as a Telephone Solicitor, you need strong communication skills, persuasive abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software, autodialing systems, and call scripts is typically necessary. Persistence, active listening, and resilience are crucial soft skills for building rapport and handling rejection. These qualities are important as they directly impact sales performance, customer satisfaction, and the ability to consistently achieve targets in a high-volume call environment.

What are common challenges faced by telephone solicitors, and how can they be overcome?

Telephone Solicitors often face challenges such as handling frequent rejections, maintaining a positive attitude during repetitive calls, and reaching decision-makers. To overcome these obstacles, effective communication skills, resilience, and thorough product knowledge are essential. Many organizations provide ongoing training and mentorship to help new team members develop strategies for engaging prospects and managing objections. Working in a collaborative team environment also allows solicitors to share successful approaches and support each other in meeting targets.

What is the difference between Telephone Solicitor vs Telemarketer?

AspectTelephone SolicitorTelemarketer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; persuasive communication skillsHigh school diploma; communication skills
Work EnvironmentHome or office; direct customer interactionCall centers; outbound calls
Employer & IndustryFundraising, sales, political campaignsSales, marketing, lead generation
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

While both roles involve outbound calling, a Telephone Solicitor primarily focuses on fundraising or sales through persuasive communication, often working in a more direct, one-on-one setting. A Telemarketer typically works in call centers, making outbound calls for marketing or lead generation. Both roles require good communication skills, but Telephone Solicitors often need more persuasive abilities and may handle more complex conversations.

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Infographic showing various Telephone Solicitor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,296 per year, or $16 per hour.

IMG Receptionist - Endocrinology Mullica Hill Commons - FT Days

Inspira Health Network

Mullica Hill, NJ • On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Inspira Health Network rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

414th of 888 rated healthcare providers


Job description


MAJOR FUNCTION:
A nonexempt, clerical position that supports the daily activities of the medical offices including greeting patients in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner, telephone coverage, appointment scheduling, patient registration, insurance eligibility and patient referrals. This position answers telephone calls in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner, appropriately addresses the call by responding to the inquiry or transferring the caller to the appropriate personnel or initiates a triage task for response by medical personnel. Coordinates reminder calls to all patients scheduled the following business day as needed. Schedules patient studies recommended by provider(s). Greets and directs patients and visitors. Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and physician offices. Collects payments from patients and reconciles daily cash reports.
Education & Experience:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience in customer service or reception preferred.
• Experience in a medical practice or health care environment strongly preferred.
• Completion of Medical Terminology Course strongly preferred.
Certification/ Licensure:
• N/A
Knowledge & Skills:
• Knowledge of medical terminology and organization services.
• Knowledge of individual responsibilities to accurately direct callers
Position Responsibilities
• Promptly and professionally answers telephone calls. Routes calls appropriately, offering
voice mail, paging, or redirection of calls as needed.
• Greets visitors and rounds in the waiting area, assists them as appropriate. Phones or pages employees to meet visitors, directs visitors to appropriate waiting areas, and appropriately and courteously screen solicitors for relevance to organization needs.
• Explains financial requirements to the patients or responsible parties and collects copays as required.
• Ability to use multi-line phone system, including transferring calls and paging.
• Ability to understand patients and communicate clearly to patients in the practice or on the phone.
• Elicits appropriate information to route calls to the appropriate person.
• Prevents, calms, or defuses irate callers and patients by working with them to identify concerns and properly directs calls
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
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Physical Requirements:
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