Appointment Clerk Jobs in Illinois

An Appointment Clerk is crucial for managing and scheduling appointments for a company or organization. They handle a variety of tasks like setting, changing, and canceling appointments, communicating with clients and employees, managing calendars, and collaborating with other administrative staff. They are typically the first point of contact for clients and thus need to exhibit strong customer service skills. Appointment Clerks also need to keep accurate records and handle confidential information properly.

Important skills for an Appointment Clerk include excellent communication, strong organizational skills, time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and proficiency in using scheduling software. They must also be detail-oriented and have the ability to handle stress. Familiarity with office procedures and basic computer skills is also usually necessary. Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum educational requirement, but certification in office administration or a related field can be beneficial. Prior job roles that can lead to this position include Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, or Customer Service Representative.

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Experience Specialist/Receptionist - Pulmonology - Rock Island

  • Rock Island, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rock Island, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Overview UnityPoint Health Experience Specialist/Receptionist Rock Island, IL Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM (40 hours per week) Full-time + benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are...

Switchboard Operator

  • Palatine, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Operate communication systems (Allscripts) Coordinate emergency communications and page medical staff as needed....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Customer Service Associate

  • Dixon, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Dixon, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Front Desk Agent

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago SECTION ONE: MCR Universal Role Standards EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CLEANLINESS and FRIENDLINESS! The MCR standard is to provide clean, friendly, well-organized and safe...

Medical Office & Scheduling Coordinator - Front Desk

  • Granite City, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Medical Office & Scheduling Coordinator - Front Desk Location: 1503 Lindell Blvd. Granite City ApexNetwork Physical Therapy is looking for a passionate Front Desk Medical Office & Scheduling...

Patient Services Representative

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Join a respected health care organization where your voice matters. We are seeking a dedicated and service-driven Patient Services Representative (PSR) to support patients by managing...

Lobby Receptionist - GROWMARK, Inc - Bloomington, IL (Noon - 5 pm)

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 13 hours ago

SALARY RANGE: $21.79 - $29.14 GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and...

Front Office Coordinator Float - Wheeling, IL

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Provide general office, receptionist, and clerical support to assigned location....

Receptionist - Laboratory

  • Champaign, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Christie Clinic's department of Laboratory is seeking a full-time Receptionist at the Windsow clinic from Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, with occassional Saturdays. Duties include greeting,...

Medical Office Receptionist (Medical Group) - Specialty Overhead (Arlington Heights)

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Hourly Pay Range: $18.38 - $26.65 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Medical Office Receptionist, Specialty...

Medical Office Receptionist - Neurosciences

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Hourly Pay Range: $18.38 - $26.65 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Medical Office Receptionist, Neuroscience...

Medical Office Receptionist (Medical Group) Buffalo Grove

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Hourly Pay Range: $18.38 - $26.65 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Medical Office Receptionist, Specialty...

Hospital Front Desk Receptionist - Evening Shift

  • Forest Park, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Forest Park, IL
  • 19 hours ago

Hospital Front Desk Receptionist - Evening Shift Universal Health Services United States, Illinois, Forest Park Jun 17, 2025 Responsibilities Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout...

Front Desk Agent

  • Naperville, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 20 hours ago

Role Overview **MUST HAVE PREVIOUS DENTAL EXPERIENCE** We are looking for a qualified part-time Front Desk to act as the first point of contact for patients in our Dental office! The right...

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Salary for Appointment Clerk Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Appointment Clerks in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.8%
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Appointment Clerks in Illinois
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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