Office Assistant Receptionist Career Guide and Counseling

Question: What is the average salary for a Receptionist/Office Assistant in Atlanta ga? I have a reply back to my resume asking my salary requirements. My resume in detail says that i have worked in general office/ office management for over 9 yrs. They are asking me of my requirements at an enrty level position. What should I say. I need a job BAD!!!! So whats the average Receptionist/Office Assistant in Atlanta Ga. make?

Answer: They might just be "fishing" for answers. Ask them instead how much they have budgeted for the position. You can then decide if you can accept based on their answer.

Question: what is a good "objective" to put on a resume? Receptionist, Office Assistant? I have had three years as a receptionist and office assistant. Also i have worked in retail and food industry. I am doing a workstudy through my college but after the semester is over i will need a new high paying job and to get that i need a great resume.

Answer: Seeking a career with a well established company were my skills are implemented and enhanced.

Question: Disadvantage of being a receptionist/office assistant? What are some of the disadvantages of being a Receptionist & Office Assistant?

Answer: One disadvantage is that you seem to be the complaint person and the first person an angry customer might see. Another is that you are in a high traffic area and sometimes get dumped on with other's work. So having patience, being a good listener and keeping boundaries would be needed in that type of job.

Question: Looking for a Receptionist, Office Assistant or Office Clerk Position.? I have at least 1-3 years experience in an office setting. I can forward a resume and reference if someon is looking for any of the above positions! Thank You This is for Connecticut, Windham County. Thanks again!

Answer: There are plenty of vacancies in the area. Please visit the following job sites and apply www.job-search-engine.com/ www.fairfieldcountyjobs.com/ www.city-data.com/ newyork.craigslist.org/

Question: How much should i expect to get paid as an office assistant and receptionist within London?

Answer: £17,000 ish. Of course it depends on who you are working for.

Question: Does anyone need a receptionist/office assistant in Bowling Green Ky? I am 20 yrs old and I am movign to Bowling Green Ky in 2 weeks. I have 6 years of Clerical and administrative work as well as customer service and sales. I have worked for Licensed Investigators and many other legal departments. I am very good with computers and am a quick learner. I am well organized and proficient. Please reply back to me if you need someone or know someone looking. I need to make atleast $320 a week working full time. Please reply asap. Erin

Answer: http://bowlinggreenjobs.com

Question: can i work in a medical office as a receptionist if i have a office assistant degree or do i have to have like? a medical terminology class also? please help!!!!!

Answer: The receptionist does not need a degree at all. You are just answering the phone and welcoming the patients as they arrive. No one will be speaking to you in medical language. It is a low-paying job with little chance for advancement. Avoid it if possible..

Question: Does Does anybody need a office assistant or receptionist in Ontario Ca???

Answer: you might want to narrow your search ..... Ontario is a rather large Province...just a thought....and try placing your resume on monster.com....also a great way to get found by prospective employers

Question: How much would you think you would get per hour working as a receptionist/assistant in a doctors office? Per hour, that is... doing jobs such as answering phones, preparing/maintaining the patients room and assisting the doctor with other minor jobs for example placing a band-aid onto a patient. Keep in mind with out any prior expirence or any previous education in this field?

Answer: with Experience Between 8 and 15 an hour,

Question: I've just been fired from my job as a receptionist / office assistant in a psychology firm.? I was there for 3 months and didn't pass the probationary period. I am in my 30's and have been temping as an Admin Assistant for the past 5. I thought this job would be good as it is close to where I live, like 5 minutes walk away. The reasons the owner/ senior clinical psychologist gave me were: (A) Pleased with my admin / business skills - but felt my 'front-line' skills weren't up to scratch. (B) Other psychologists (there were 5) felt that they were 'walking on eggshells' when speaking to me (they are not employees by the way, they actually all pay to rent office space and admin duties, although they were work for the same company, so it's kind of like owning their own business. I find this comment remarkable as I was dealing with a lot of angry, stressed out people. Also, I picked up and used efficiently "ZEDMED", & was given only a week's worth of training by my predecessor, who left due to family reasons. I feel the squinty-eyed, old guy who owns the company had very bad management skills, although I can take what he says on board. C) He stated that there were some complaints during the past 3 months. Obviously, I feel like **** right now, as I have bills to pay. I know I have a good typing speed (78 wpm), have Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point but, what can I say re: this job? Two years ago, I wanted to spend more time with my daughter, so I worked part-time as a retail Assistant at David Jones & only left because the pay is not good, so how can my front-line skills be bad? I will admit to feeling frustrated in my job at times, but that was due to the lack of support ie - no other person to ask questions to a lot of the time & discrepancies re: MediCare bulk billing (they bulk billed people who had a health care concession card), etc. Last week, a rather rude customer accused me of not greeting them when they entered the waiting room, although I was on the phone at the time, using a headset and I did turn around & say 'hello' to them. Any advice would be appreciated.

Answer: You were only there 3 months- you do not need to put it on your resume. Especially in this economy, no one questions a lapse in employment. Some people are naturals when working with the public...others, well...not so much. You really need to evaluate if your personality is conducive to working with the public. Some companies expect very high standards from their 'front line' employees, and others are more lack. Unfortunately, you have no idea which way they tend to go until you get in there, and receive an evaluation. Leave the position off your resume and look for a new job. Perhaps a 'behind the scenes' position where you only deal with a few people, or one department as opposed to hundreds of people with questionable psychological issues! ;)