Herisau
Receptionist (m/f/d) - fixed-term with possibility of extension 50 - 60% - Appenzell Ausserrhoden Hospital Network
- 21 July 2026
- 50 – 60%
- Herisau
Job summary
Join the Spitalverbund AR team, a key healthcare provider.
Tasks
- Manage patient reception and administrative support with care.
- Accurately record patient data and verify insurance coverage.
- Handle cash transactions and provide information to visitors.
Skills
- Previous experience in reception or administration, preferably healthcare.
- Strong team player with flexible working hours required.
- Excellent communication skills and good Office knowledge.
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About the job
The AR Hospital Network
The Appenzell Ausserrhoden Hospital Network with the Herisau Acute Hospital and the AR Psychiatric Centre in Herisau ensures extended basic medical care for the population in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden and is also the first point of contact for a large part of the population in the surrounding region. Both locations are relevant for care within the canton and beyond.
We are looking for
In the Finance Department, Ms Cordona Stark is seeking a receptionist to start immediately or by arrangement.
Your tasks
- Reception and administrative support of patients and visitors
- Admission and recording of inpatient and outpatient patient data
- Verification and clarification of insurance coverage
- Ensuring correct and complete recording of patient data
- Handling the cash desk including billing and management of self-payer services
- Providing information and forwarding information to patients and visitors
- Operating the telephone switchboard and performing general administrative tasks
Your profile
- Team spirit and high flexibility regarding working hours Monday to Sunday - 06:30 to 20:00
- Experience in reception and/or administrative area, ideally in healthcare and health insurance
- High service orientation with a friendly and professional manner
- Independent, structured and careful working style even in stressful situations
- Strong communication skills and enjoyment in dealing with people
- Good Office skills
Additionally, you benefit from
We prefer direct applications. Recruitment agencies please contact Human Resources Management directly (bewerbermanagement@svar.ch). Applications without prior contact will not be considered.
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