Receptionist: pay, skills & FAQs

Typical US pay for a receptionist is about $16–$21 per hour (roughly $33K–$44K a year full time). Pay depends on location, experience, shift and employer. Each listing on Click2Job shows the employer's pay when they share it.

A high school diploma; office or customer-facing experience is a plus.

The skills that come up most in receptionist job descriptions are: Phone handling, Scheduling, Microsoft Office, Front-desk etiquette, Multitasking, Organization. Put the ones you have near the top of your resume, using the same words the job post uses.

There are 59 receptionist jobs open on Click2Job right now, including 17 remote or work-from-home roles. Listings update every hour.

Right now the most openings are in Remote, RE. You can search any city or choose "Remote".

Employers with open receptionist roles right now include VirtualVocations, TransPerfect, BODYROK, DC Charter School.

Many employers hire entry-level candidates, especially if you can show related skills, volunteer work, or a certification. Search "entry level receptionist" and look for listings that mention training.

Click Apply on any listing. You don't need an account. For jobs posted directly on Click2Job you can upload your resume right on the job page; other listings take you to the employer's application.