Switchboard Operator PRN

Job Description:

The Hospital Switchboard Operator serves as the first point of contact for incoming calls to the hospital. This role is responsible for efficiently managing telephone communications, directing calls to appropriate departments or personnel, and handling emergency communication protocols. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, highly organized, and possesses excellent communication skills.

This is a PRN position

• Answers incoming switchboard calls in the order they're received.
• Assists caller: answers questions, gives directions, transfers call or pages.
• Answers the hospital emergency line, monitors Nurse Call and dispatches all emergencies.
• Monitors and dispatches hospital facilities alarms.
• Performs Resource Specialist duties (after-hours answering and contacting on-call providers,
• after-hours triage, after-hours medical records requests, after-hours appointment scheduling).

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type 40 wpm     
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service oriented environment with minimal face-to-face interaction.
• Experience in understanding and usage of computers as well as the ability to learn applications relevant to the position

Physical Requirements:

Physical Demands

Sedentary-Primarily sitting/lifting 10 lbs maximum

Location:

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital

Work City:

Billings

Work State:

Montana

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$16.83 - $21.88

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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