Receptionists for hire in Chicago, IL
Find receptionists who greet visitors, manage schedules and handle phone calls with professionalism and a friendly demeanor. These professionals excel in communication, organization and multitasking, ensuring smooth operations within any office environment. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 11%
- Organizational Skills
- 10%
- Time Management
- 9%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 66%
- Associate's degree
- 15%
- Bachelor's degree
- 12%
Years of experience
- 3-5 years
- 60%
- 6-10 years
- 30%
- More than 10 years
- 10%
Current company
Fresenius Medical Care
HDR
Aperion Care
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 43%
- 2-5 years
- 43%
- Less than a year
- 14%
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Last updated: Nov 3, 2026
Receptionist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $59,277 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,185 – $72,921 yearly
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FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsMedical Office ExperienceMedical Administrative SupportReceptionist
Cicero, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementEKGECG EquipmentECG MonitoringFront Desk Receptionist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsWriting SkillsMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareReceptionist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CPISkills
Organizational SkillsBilingualForeign Language ProficiencyDe-Escalation TechniquesConflict De-EscalationConfidential Information HandlingReceptionist
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CPRBLSSkills
Customer ServiceCustomer SupportReservation SystemsOccupational Safety Regulation ComplianceSafety RegulationsComplianceFront Desk Receptionist
Chicago, Illinois
Skills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementAdministrative ExperienceClerical ExperienceOffice ExperienceFront Desk
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What's the average time to fill a receptionist role?
The average time to fill a receptionist role is 53 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do receptionists tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a receptionist include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for receptionists?
Common licenses or certifications for receptionists include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to receptionists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to receptionists include: front desk receptionist, FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST and receptionist / administrative clerk.
What level of education is common for a receptionist?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a receptionist in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a receptionist?
Most receptionists have 7 years of professional experience.
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