Receptionist Jobs in Florida

A receptionist is a crucial role in the administrative industry who acts as a first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees coming into an office. They manage crucial tasks such as answering and transferring phone calls, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, sorting and distributing mail, and providing general administrative and clerical support. They utilize various office equipment such as fax machines, photocopiers, and computers for tasks such as data entry and document preparation. They also provide information to callers or visitors, take messages, and handle queries appropriately.

Important skills for a receptionist include excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, strong organization skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in various computer software such as Microsoft Office. They should also possess good interpersonal skills, be able to multitask, and have a professional appearance and attitude. While a high school diploma is generally required, there is no specific certification required for a receptionist. However, certifications like a Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) could increase job prospects. Prior to becoming a receptionist, a person might work in roles such as an Office Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or Administrative Assistant to gain relevant experience.

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Receptionist I

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Receptionists are often the first point of contact when patients come to Cleveland Clinic....

Remote

Remote Sales Opportunity - Appointment Setters Wanted!

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago

If you love talking to people, thrive on results, and want to make great money from anywhere this is for you! Perfect for sales pros, self-starters, and digital nomads who want to earn a steady...

Remote

Receptionist

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 1 day ago

Receptionists are often the first point of contact when patients come to Cleveland Clinic....

Remote

Top Appointment Setters - Get Paid Daily Working From Home!

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for motivated appointment setters who know how to get peoples attention, follow a script, and book quality appointments. This is a work-from-home position, but you must have: A...

Remote

Appointment Setter- Lead Gen-b2b-Remote-Base/Bonus 70k

  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago

BASE-BONUS- 70k employment type: full-time job title: Appointment Setter Job title: Lead Generator B2B-Lead Generator:Base-Bonus Remote) Marketing Company compensation: Base-Bonus- 80k all in...

Remote

Appointment setter

  • Indoor media
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 6 days ago

un Appointment setter (Brentwood) Indoor media compensation: Weekly bonus employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Appointment setter Experience appointment setter needed this...

Remote

Appointment setter/sales

  • Living Local
  • Tarpon Springs, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tarpon Springs, FL
  • 6 days ago

un Appointment setter/sales (work from home) Living Local image 1 of 1 compensation: commission employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Appointment setter Must have appt setting...

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B2B Appointment Setter - Remote

  • SalesRoads
  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 days ago

SalesRoads is a B2B lead generation and appointment-setting agency supporting clients across multiple industries. If you're strong on the phone, comfortable with cold calls, and want stable hourly...

Remote

Clerical Officer Receptionist

  • Durham County Council
  • Brandon, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 10 days ago

We are looking to appoint a full time Clerical officer/Receptionist within Business Services to provide a professional, effective and efficient receptionist service and general administrative support...

Hybrid

Appointment Setter - Free Charging Stations in Local Businesses

  • Low On Battery LLC
  • Port Orange, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Port Orange, FL
  • 13 days ago

Appointment Setter - Free Charging Stations in Local Businesses (Daytona area) Low On Battery LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: 50 per qualified meeting + $60 per placement + $65 bonus per 4...

Remote

Appointment Setter

  • Pavago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago

Appointment Setter Pavago Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Objection handling (sales technique) Lead generation English Prospecting CRM system proficiency Full Job...

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(WFH) Appointment Setter

  • Spade Recruiting
  • Miami, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 16 days ago

Your Opportunity to Grow, Advance, and Work on Your Terms Are you ready to build a career that offers purpose, flexibility, and long-term growth? Were looking for ambitious, self-motivated...

Remote

Part-Time Appointment Setter - Warm Leads Only (On-Site)

  • United Placement Group
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 23 days ago

Part-Time Appointment Setter - Warm Leads Only (On-Site) 8725 Pendery Place, Suite 104, Bradenton, FL 34201 (behind BJ's at UTC, Exit 213) Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Occasional Saturdays...

Remote Part Time

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Receptionist Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Receptionists in Florida offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.5%
Bachelor's Degree
26.9%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
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 Receptionists in Florida
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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