Job Description
As a Concierge, you will provide exceptional customer service to patients, their families, volunteers, and other hospice house visitors. You will be responsible for ensuring that all guests feel welcome and comfortable in the hospice house and are provided with the information and assistance they need. You will work closely with the clinical team to ensure that the needs of the patients and families are met. I. QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in customer service, preferably in a healthcare setting. An active CNA License is a plus Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and visitors. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Proficient in Google Suite and other computer applications. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Compassionate and empathetic. Maintain ServSafe certification. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Valid driver's license. II. RESPONSIBILITIES Welcome and greet patients, families, visitors, and volunteers to the hospice house in a warm and friendly manner. Provide information about the hospice house and its services to patients, families, and visitors. Respond to inquiries promptly and professionally, either in person, by phone, or via email. Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate person or department. Schedule and coordinate appointments and meetings for patients, families, and visitors. Take reservation requests for respite stays, guest rooms, special events, and other amenities. Assist with admissions and discharges of patients. Communicate with the clinical team regarding patient and family needs and requests. Collaborate with other departments within the hospice house to ensure smooth operations. Serve and/or deliver food in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards and guidelines and our established policies and procedures. Assist with meal service for patients and visitors, including picking up and delivering meals from contracted vendors as needed. Demonstrate infection control and sanitation knowledge concerning food temperatures, hand hygiene, gloves use, and dating food items. Process mail and packages that are delivered and process outgoing packages. Organize and maintain the reception area, including keeping brochures and other materials stocked and organized. Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and copying. Provide other Concierge Services as requested. Assist with special projects as needed. Ensure HIPAA compliance and resident confidentiality. III. JOB CONDITIONS The job requires the ability to: Be available at all times during operating hours and for emergency situations. Participate in physical activity. Work for extended periods of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. Perform moderate lifting. Do extensive bending, lifting, and standing regularly. IV. ORIENTATION AND TRAINING Dozoretz Hospice House of Hampton Roads will provide orientation and training, as necessary, to assist the applicant in performing the responsibilities listed above. Trainings may be in-house, or outside seminars. Evidence of orientation and training will become part of the personnel file. V. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports directly to the Concierge Services Coordinator Works cooperatively with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team
