# Receptionist Resume Sample - ATS Template 2026

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Receptionist Resume Sample - ATS Template 2026

On this page, you can preview an ATS-friendly Receptionist resume template, see what to include in each section, review strong bullet examples and relevant keywords, avoid common mistakes, and create a job-specific resume that matches real receptionist job requirements.

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{
 "title": "Why This Receptionist Template Works",
 "intro": "A receptionist resume needs to show front desk reliability, phone etiquette, appointment coordination, visitor support, and office software skills without making the page feel crowded. This structure keeps those details clear for ATS review while giving recruiters a quick path through your summary, skills, work history, and service outcomes.",
 "items": [
 {
 "title": "Readable For ATS Review",
 "text": "Simple formatting gives applicant tracking systems a clearer path through contact details, section headings, job titles, dates, and work history. For a receptionist resume, that matters because front desk duties, scheduling systems, call handling, and administrative tasks should appear as readable text, not buried in graphics or columns."
 },
 {
 "title": "Front Desk Sections Stay Clear",
 "text": "The layout separates your summary, core skills, experience, education, and certifications so a reviewer can scan for reception coverage, customer service, calendar management, and office support. Recent receptionist roles can carry the most detail, while earlier administrative or retail service jobs can be kept concise."
 },
 {
 "title": "Keywords Fit Naturally",
 "text": "A dedicated skills area gives room for receptionist terms such as multi-line phone systems, appointment scheduling, visitor check-in, data entry, mail handling, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM or practice management software. The work history then repeats only the keywords that belong with real tasks you performed."
 },
 {
 "title": "Service Results Are Visible",
 "text": "Receptionist achievements often come from smoother front desk operations rather than large projects, so the bullets need space for practical outcomes. Examples can include reducing appointment errors, managing high call volume, organizing visitor logs, supporting patient or client intake, improving filing accuracy, or training new front desk staff."
 }
 ]
}

{
 "title": "What to Include in This Resume",
 "intro": "A receptionist resume should show front desk control, clear communication, appointment coordination, visitor intake, and accurate administrative follow-through. Use each section to connect phone systems, scheduling tools, records handling, and customer service outcomes to the type of office, clinic, hotel, or business you support.",
 "columns": [
 "Section",
 "What to write",
 "What to avoid",
 "Example"
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 "rows": [
 {
 "section": "Professional Summary",
 "what_to_write": "Write 2 concise sentences covering front desk experience, call volume, appointment scheduling, visitor management, records accuracy, and one measurable service or workflow result.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid personality-only claims, generic customer service wording, and summaries that omit tools, setting, or measurable front desk scope.",
 "example": "Receptionist with 4+ years of experience managing front desk operations, multi-line phone systems, appointment calendars, visitor check-in, and confidential office records. Reduced missed appointments by 18% through reminder calls, calendar audits, and daily coordination with administrative staff."
 },
 {
 "section": "Areas of Expertise",
 "what_to_write": "List 7 to 10 front desk strengths tied to daily receptionist work, including communication, scheduling, visitor handling, records, office coordination, and confidentiality.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid soft skill lists with no front desk context, such as friendly, hardworking, organized, or dependable without operational detail.",
 "example": "Multi-Line Phone Support, Appointment Scheduling, Visitor Check-In, Calendar Management, Customer Service, Data Entry, Office Administration, Mail and Package Handling, Confidential Records Management"
 },
 {
 "section": "Technical Proficiencies",
 "what_to_write": "Name the actual office systems, scheduling platforms, document tools, phone technology, payment or visitor systems, and records software you can use confidently.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid listing broad technology categories or specialized systems you have not used in a receptionist or administrative setting.",
 "example": "Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, Zoom Phone, RingCentral, Calendly, Salesforce, Envoy Visitor Management, Square Payments"
 },
 {
 "section": "Professional Experience",
 "what_to_write": "Start with the receptionist role and workplace context, then add achievements covering call volume, visitor flow, scheduling accuracy, intake processes, records updates, or office coordination.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid copying a job description or listing only answered phones, greeted guests, and performed clerical duties without scope or outcome.",
 "example": "Receptionist, Greenfield Medical Group. Managed 80+ inbound calls and 45 patient check-ins daily while updating schedules in the practice management system with 97% same-day accuracy. Reworked reminder call procedures with the office manager, reducing no-shows by 14% over six months."
 },
 {
 "section": "Earlier Roles",
 "what_to_write": "Include earlier receptionist, front desk, customer service, administrative assistant, or office support roles that show progression into professional front desk work.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid describing every early job in detail if the work is old, unrelated, or already covered in recent experience.",
 "example": "Front Desk Assistant, Northside Business Center, 2019 to 2021"
 },
 {
 "section": "Education",
 "what_to_write": "List your highest relevant education, including administrative, business, communication, or office technology coursework when it supports receptionist duties and document handling.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid adding unrelated coursework, unfinished education without context, or high school details if you have stronger postsecondary credentials.",
 "example": "Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration, Lakeshore Community College, 2019. Coursework included office procedures, business communication, and spreadsheet applications."
 },
 {
 "section": "Certifications",
 "what_to_write": "Add certifications or training related to office administration, customer service, records privacy, scheduling systems, medical office workflows, or business software.",
 "what_to_avoid": "Avoid expired, irrelevant, or informal training labels that do not connect to receptionist responsibilities or front desk systems.",
 "example": "Microsoft Office Specialist, Certified Administrative Professional, HIPAA Privacy Training, Customer Service Excellence Certificate"
 }
 ],
 "quick_tip": "Anchor each section in front desk volume, scheduling accuracy, communication tools, visitor handling, and reliable administrative follow-through."
}

{
 "title": "Receptionist Resume Example Bullets",
 "intro": "Weak receptionist bullets usually list front desk tasks. Strong bullets explain the action, visitor or call volume, office systems used, and the result for scheduling, guest experience, records, or office flow.",
 "columns": [
 "Bullet",
 "Strong bullet",
 "Weak bullet"
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 "rows": [
 {
 "section": "Front Desk Intake",
 "strong_bullet": "Greeted 80 to 100 visitors daily, verified appointments, issued badges, and routed guests through a digital sign-in process that improved lobby flow during peak hours.",
 "weak_bullet": "Greeted visitors and answered questions at the front desk."
 },
 {
 "section": "Phone Call Routing",
 "strong_bullet": "Managed a multi-line phone system, screened incoming calls, transferred inquiries to 12 departments, and documented messages to reduce missed callbacks for clients and vendors.",
 "weak_bullet": "Answered phones and transferred calls when needed."
 },
 {
 "section": "Appointment Scheduling",
 "strong_bullet": "Coordinated calendars for three managers using Outlook, confirmed appointments, resolved scheduling conflicts, and sent reminders that reduced same-day meeting confusion.",
 "weak_bullet": "Scheduled meetings and kept calendars updated."
 },
 {
 "section": "Office Records",
 "strong_bullet": "Maintained visitor logs, intake forms, mail records, and confidential files, using standardized naming and filing procedures to keep reception documents accurate and easy to retrieve.",
 "weak_bullet": "Filed paperwork and kept records organized."
 },
 {
 "section": "Mail And Supplies",
 "strong_bullet": "Processed incoming mail, prepared outgoing packages, tracked supply inventory, and placed routine orders before shortages affected reception coverage or shared office workstations.",
 "weak_bullet": "Handled mail and ordered office supplies."
 }
 ]
}

{
 "title": "Receptionist Keywords Recruiters Often Look For",
 "intro": "Use these receptionist resume keywords naturally across your summary, skills, and front desk experience bullets.",
 "items": [
 "Front Desk Operations",
 "Customer Service",
 "Multi-Line Phones",
 "Appointment Scheduling",
 "Calendar Management",
 "Visitor Management",
 "Data Entry",
 "Microsoft Office",
 "Google Workspace",
 "Phone Etiquette",
 "Records Management",
 "Administrative Support",
 "Mail Handling",
 "Confidentiality"
 ]
}

Receptionist Resume Formatting Rules

Use this section to catch formatting and content problems before your receptionist resume reaches a recruiter or ATS. Vague front desk duties, missing service metrics, generic skill lists, tiny fonts, unclear formatting, and unreadable structure can make scheduling, phone coverage, visitor support, and administrative work harder to evaluate.

- use a clean, ATS-friendly layout
- keep the resume to one page when possible, two pages only when justified
- use readable 10.5 to 12 pt body text
- stick to standard fonts like Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman
- use clear section headings and a simple reading order
- keep contact details in the main body of the resume
- show measurable front desk impact with numbers and outcomes
- name the front desk tools you actually used
- tailor keywords naturally to the target Receptionist role
- save the file as a simple .pdf or .docx

- do not use photos or profile pictures
- do not use fancy or decorative fonts
- do not add tables, columns, text boxes, icons, or graphics
- do not place important details in headers or footers
- do not turn the resume into a dense wall of text
- do not write vague claims without metrics or context
- do not list every front desk tool you have ever touched
- do not stuff keywords unnaturally
- do not let the resume run past two pages for this template
- do not use design-heavy layouts that are harder for ATS to parse

## Resume sample

Natalie Brooks

Receptionist

Denver, CO • natalie.brooks@liftmycv.com • linkedin.com/in/natalie-brooks

## Professional Summary

Receptionist with 7 years of front desk, visitor coordination, phone support, scheduling, and administrative experience across corporate office and healthcare settings. Skilled in managing multi-line phone systems, appointment calendars, visitor check-in, records updates, office correspondence, mail distribution, and confidential information handling. Known for keeping reception areas organized, routing requests accurately, and supporting office operations during high-volume periods.

## Areas of Expertise

 Front Desk Operations • Multi-Line Phone Systems • Visitor Check-In • Appointment Scheduling • Calendar Management • Customer Service • Call Routing • Administrative Support • Records Management • Mail and Package Coordination • Office Supply Inventory • Data Entry • Meeting Room Scheduling • Confidential Information Handling • Vendor Coordination • Patient and Client Intake • Written Correspondence • Reception Area Organization

## Technical Proficiencies

 Microsoft 365 • Outlook Calendar • Teams • Word • Excel • Google Workspace • Zoom • RingCentral • Avaya Phone Systems • Envoy Visitor Management • Calendly • Salesforce CRM • Adobe Acrobat • DocuSign • Epic Basics • HIPAA-Aware Documentation

## Professional Experience

 Mile High Professional Center — Denver, CO | March 2022 – Present

Receptionist

Manage front desk operations for a multi-tenant professional office with daily visitor traffic, executive meetings, incoming calls, deliveries, and administrative requests from four internal departments.

- Answer and route an average of 90+ calls per day using RingCentral, reducing repeated transfers by confirming caller needs and updating the internal extension directory monthly.
- Coordinate visitor check-in for 45 to 70 guests per day through Envoy, including badge printing, host notifications, conference room directions, and access procedures.
- Maintain Outlook calendars for 8 shared conference rooms, resolving scheduling conflicts and supporting more than 120 meetings per month.
- Created a front desk reference guide covering call routing, delivery contacts, building access steps, vendor procedures, and emergency contacts, cutting new-hire desk shadowing time from 5 days to 3 days.
- Process incoming mail, courier deliveries, and office supply requests for approximately 180 employees while keeping monthly supply orders within approved purchasing limits.
- Prepare visitor logs, package records, meeting room usage notes, and weekly reception updates for the office manager with consistent accuracy and on-time delivery.

Front Range Family Clinic — Lakewood, CO | July 2019 – February 2022

Medical Receptionist

Supported patient intake, appointment scheduling, phone coverage, insurance document collection, and front desk coordination for a busy primary care clinic with 6 providers.

- Scheduled, confirmed, and rescheduled 80 to 110 patient appointments weekly using Epic scheduling workflows and provider-specific calendar rules.
- Checked in up to 55 patients per day, verified demographic information, collected intake forms, scanned documents, and updated patient records with attention to HIPAA requirements.
- Managed incoming calls related to appointments, referrals, prescription messages, billing questions, and provider callbacks, routing clinical requests to nursing staff rather than giving unauthorized guidance.
- Reduced missed appointment gaps by placing reminder calls and maintaining a cancellation waitlist, helping fill an average of 12 open appointment slots per week.
- Balanced front desk payment logs at close of day, including copays, receipt records, and handoff notes for the billing coordinator.
- Trained 3 new reception team members on check-in scripts, privacy procedures, phone etiquette, and escalation steps for upset patients.

Westbrook Legal Group — Aurora, CO | May 2017 – June 2019

Front Desk Coordinator

Provided reception, client greeting, appointment coordination, document intake, and administrative support for a small legal office serving family law and estate planning clients.

- Answered a 6-line phone system, screened calls, recorded detailed messages, and routed time-sensitive client requests to attorneys and paralegals.
- Scheduled consultations and follow-up meetings for 4 attorneys, maintaining calendar accuracy across Outlook and shared office scheduling logs.
- Prepared client intake packets, scanned signed documents, organized physical files, and updated contact records in Salesforce CRM.
- Improved reception filing turnaround by reorganizing intake folders and closing checklists, reducing end-of-week backlogs from roughly 6 hours to 2 hours.
- Greeted clients, vendors, couriers, and court messengers while maintaining a calm reception area for confidential and sensitive client matters.

## Earlier Roles

**Customer Service Associate**, Summit Retail Group — Denver, CO | 2015 – 2017
Handled customer inquiries, returns, register transactions, appointment pickups, and daily opening checklists in a high-traffic retail setting.

## Education

**Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration**
Community College of Denver — Denver, CO

## Certifications

Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associate • HIPAA Privacy and Security Training • CPR/AED Certification

## Example jobs

- **Medical Office Front Desk Receptionist — Centerstone of Tennessee, Inc. — Lawrenceburg, Tennessee**: Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

**JOB DESCRIPTION:**

**SUMMARY OF POSITION**

Responsible for greeting and checking patients in and out of clinic, via in-person or on the phone.  Schedules patient appointments, takes client payment information, filing and other front desk tasks.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**

- Maintains schedules of clinical staff.
- Entry and verification of client data
- Collects copayments
- Responsible for technology support for telehealth appointments
- Answers multi-line phone
- Registration of clients in the electronic medical record
- Excellent Customer Service to promote a service environments for individuals in need of behavioral health and/or co-occurring services that is recovery focused
- Research and verification of insurance benefits and knowledge to apply for alternative payer sources
- Prepare and scan documents to internal HIM
- Cross train and perform duties to cover neighboring locations

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**

- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education Level:**

High school diploma or GED required.

**Years of Experience**

N/A

**Certification/Licensure**

Valid and unrestricted driver’s license is required with driving history of at least 3 years.

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**

**Standing – 20%**

**Sitting – 80%**

**Squatting – Occasional**

**Kneeling – Occasional**

**Bending – Occasional**

**Driving – Occasional**

**Lifting – Occasional**

**DISCLAIMER**

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

**Time Type:**

Full time

**Pay Range:**

$15.00--$21.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program

*Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.*

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
- **Medical Front Desk Receptionist — Chenmed — Margate**: **We’re unique.  You should be, too.**

We’re changing lives every day.  For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts?  Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?

We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

The Care Facilitator is one of a patient’s first contact with our ChenMed family and, as such, serves as a patient advocate delivering and providing exceptional customer service. The incumbent in this role checks patients in to and out of the medical clinic and provides basic secretarial and administrative support. A successful Care Facilitator possesses a strong commitment to providing superior service and views every interaction as an opportunity to build a trusting relationship with the patient.

**ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:**

- Interacts appropriately with patients and records information while greeting, checking-in, checking-out or scheduling appointments for patients. Conducts lobby checks to ensure organization and cleanliness.
- Serves as the gatekeeper for PCP and Specialists schedules including, but not limited to ensuring Top 40 patients are scheduled every 13 days.
- Utilizes computer equipment and programs to add new patient information, prints out relevant forms for processing, schedule appointments, respond to emails and generate New Patient packets. Ensures patient contact and emergency contact information is accurately documented in the system.
- Conducts “love” calls, mails birthday and greeting cards to patients commemorating special events.
- Answers telephones, takes detailed and accurate messages, and ensures messages are directed to the appropriate individual.
- Clearly communicates information about ChenMed clinical personnel to patients and other individuals.
- Verifies patient insurance via phone or website and collects any necessary copays for services. Assists with scheduling follow-up and in-house Specialist referral appointments, when necessary.
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures their comfort and well-bring prior to leaving.
- Acts as HEDIS champion for the PCP by providing visibility of HEDIS needs for scheduled patients. Reports on hospitalizations including HITS census, ENS Ping, etc.
- Presents patients with customer service survey during check out and escalates if needed for immediate service recovery.
- Participates in daily and weekly huddles to provide details on patients.
- Regulates and monitors aspects of transportation, including: Driver’s lists/patients, medication deliveries, grocery deliveries, driver’s behavioral challenges, scheduling and coordinating Uber/Lyft rides for patients.

***Other responsibilities may include:***

- Maintains the confidentiality of patients’ personal information and medical records.
- Reviews patients’ personal and appointment information for completeness and accuracy.
- Transmits correspondence by mail, email or fax.
- Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**

- Exceptional customer service skills and passion for serving others
- Working knowledge of medical insurance and/or knowledge of electronic medical record EMR systems
- Knowledge of ChenMed Medical products, services, standards, policies and procedures
- Skilled in operating phones, personal computers, software and other basic IT systems
- Ability to communicate with employees, patients and other individuals in a professional and courteous manner
- Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy of reports and data
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated strong listening skills
- Positive and professional attitude
- Knowledge of ChenMed Medical products, services, standards, policies and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability and willingness to travel locally and regionally up to 10% of the time
- Spoken and written fluency in English
- Flexible to work evening, weekends and/or holidays as needed

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:**

- High school diploma or equivalent education required
- Graduation from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
- A minimum of 1 year of work experience in a medical clinic or similar environment required
- BLS for Healthcare Providers preferred

**PAY RANGE:**

$14.3 - $20.42 Hourly

The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.

**EMPLOYEE BENEFITS**

[https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents](https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents)

We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better.  Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire.  With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow.  Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.

Current employees, if you want to apply to our internal career site, please click [HERE](https://careers.chenmed.com/i/us/en/homerevisited)

Current Contingent Worker please see job aid [HERE](https://chenmed.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/HROperationsHRIS12345/_layouts/15/doc2.aspx?sourcedoc=%7BAE1C60BC-9950-42A6-A1D5-781DFC5FD08D%7D&file=Contingent%20Non%20Worker%20Application%20Process.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true&wdLOR=cC9BCD7FE-9983-4A94-96EC-8A926B5664A8&CID=AD6787FA-5B70-4451-8F91-B9F5ED518C1D) to apply

#LI-Onsite
- **Medical Front Desk Receptionist — Centerstone of Tennessee, Inc. — Madison, Tennessee, Nashville, Columbia, Cleveland, Tennessee, Nashville, Tennessee**: Centerstone, a leading nonprofit behavioral health organization, seeks a Medical Front Desk Receptionist to greet and check in patients, schedule appointments, and handle payments. This position is an excellent opportunity to become part of a compassionate team dedicated to changing lives through trauma-informed care. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, along with a valid driver's license. Join us in providing quality service in a supportive environment that values respect, integrity, and empowerment.

## FAQ

### What is the best format for a receptionist resume?

Use a clean reverse-chronological format if you have front desk, administrative, customer service, or office support experience. Put a short summary at the top, followed by receptionist-related skills, work experience with specific duties, and education or certifications.

### How long should a receptionist resume be?

Most receptionist resumes should be one page. Focus on front desk coverage, phone handling, scheduling, visitor check-in, mail processing, data entry, office software, and any measurable improvements such as faster check-in, fewer scheduling errors, or better call routing.

### What skills should I include on a receptionist resume?

Include practical front office skills such as multi-line phone systems, appointment scheduling, calendar management, visitor registration, email correspondence, data entry, filing, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and basic CRM or scheduling software. Soft skills should be tied to the role, such as professional phone etiquette, confidentiality, patience with visitors, and clear written communication.

### Do certifications matter on a receptionist resume?

Certifications are not always required, but they can help if they relate to office administration, medical office procedures, customer service, or software used in the role. List certifications in a separate section if they support duties like scheduling, records handling, billing support, or office coordination.

### How do I write a receptionist resume with little or no experience?

Use experience from customer service, retail, hospitality, volunteering, school offices, or internships to show phone communication, greeting guests, handling records, scheduling, and problem solving. Add a focused skills section with office tools, typing, email, calendars, and any experience keeping information organized.

### Should I use the same receptionist resume for every application?

No. A medical receptionist resume should emphasize patient intake, insurance details, EMR systems, and confidentiality, while a corporate receptionist resume should focus more on visitor management, executive calendars, conference rooms, and office coordination.

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