A remote receptionist answers your phones, books appointments, and logs every interaction—so callers reach a real person instead of voicemail while you are on a job site.
What is a Remote Receptionist?
A remote receptionist answers your phones, books appointments, and logs every interaction—so callers reach a real person instead of voicemail while you are on a job site. We help service-company owners hire remote Remote Receptionist talent you can mold to your SOPs—with structured screening and transparent hourly pricing starting around $7/hour.
Key responsibilities
Inbound call handling
Appointment scheduling
Call routing and escalation
CRM call notes
Message taking
Skills and tools
Phone etiquette
Scheduling tools
CRM
Active listening
Script adherence
Common specializations
Live Answering from $7/hrReal-time inbound call handling during your business hours.
After-Hours Coverage from $8/hrEvenings, weekends, and overflow when your office is closed.
HVAC & Trades Reception from $8/hrEmergency triage and booking for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical calls.
Medical Intake from $8/hrPatient scheduling and intake for clinics and med-spa practices.
Legal Intake from $8/hrNew-matter intake and consultation scheduling for law firms.
Industries we support
Remote Receptionist placements are common in Home Services, Legal, Healthcare, Real Estate. Browse industries or estimate pricing for your scope.
Pricing estimator
Estimate your hourly rate
Select a role, specialization, and years of experience to see an estimated client hire rate. Final quotes depend on scope, schedule, and tooling.
Rates are estimates. Our fees are built into the hourly rate—no additional placement cost.
Our pricing model is based on your job description, hiring requirements, work type (part-time or full-time), and each candidate’s unique work history and skill set. Our fees are built into your hourly rate—no additional cost.
01
Discovery & role briefing
Share your job description, tools, schedule, and communication standards so we can scope the right fit.
02
Sourcing & assessment
We identify candidates, score communication quality, and validate role-specific skills before you interview.
03
Shortlist & interviews
Review comparable profiles, interview your top picks, and select the contractor who fits your workflow.
04
Onboarding & admin setup
We support onboarding, access provisioning checklists, and process handoff so day one is productive.
05
Ongoing support
Virtual staff work 20 to 40 hours dedicated per week, ongoing—with continuity planning and replacement options when needed.
How much does a Remote Receptionist cost per hour?
Starting client rates for a Remote Receptionist typically begin around $7/hour and vary by experience, specialization, and scope. Use our pricing calculator for a tailored estimate.
Is a Remote Receptionist an employee or contractor?
Our model connects you with independent contractors. Your team provides daily direction, SOPs, and performance standards.
How quickly can we hire a Remote Receptionist?
Most roles move from discovery to shortlist within one to two weeks, depending on specialization and schedule requirements.
