233 Telephone jobs in the United States

TELEPHONE OPERATOR

02238 Beth Israel Lahey Health

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**Job Type:** Regular
**Time Type:** Full time
**Work Shift:** Day (United States of America)
**FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.**
All telephone calls to the hospital operators are answered with courtesy and requests are processed efficiently using various computerized telephone, radio paging, and directory systems. Emergency procedures are acted upon immediately and without error. Patients receive telephone service in a timely and understanding manner.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to):**
1. Answers internal and external telephone calls, providing information regarding names, locations, and telephone numbers; availability of on-call staff; dialing instructions; interpreters. Provides patient information in absence of a receptionist. Screens call to various units.
a. Answers in a courteous manner, using a greeting and language appropriate to the incoming situation: e.g., "Good morning, Mount Auburn Hospital Intercept," "Good day, Mount Auburn Hospital Page," or "Emergency Line," or "Mount Auburn Hospital, how may I help you"? etc.
b. Respond to inquiries with brief and standard information; however, calls such as complaints, screening, and patient telephone issues require explanation and judgment. Demonstrates ability to diffuse conflict situations rather than escalate them.
2. Operates various computerized telephone and radio paging systems, both primary and secondary systems to process all calls efficiently.
a. Performs minor programming changes through to the paging system VDT to accurately program replacement pager, rotation schedule, and change user status codes.
3. Functions as a key person during emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, stats, external disasters, fire alerts, etc., by determining the nature of the emergency and initiating designated procedures.
a. Answers the emergency line within one ring and/or responds immediately to any alarm, acquiring accurate information before initiating protocol procedure.
b. Processes all emergencies with speed and accuracy.
4. Checks frequently for admissions, discharges, and transfers, determining and performing action necessary in providing telephone service to patients.
a. refers to unusual situations to lead operator or supervisor.
5. Remains alert to equipment or system malfunctions and reports to appropriate personnel.
a. Determines, in the absence of a supervisor or a technician, the severity of problems and whether to notify the person on-call for equipment immediately or use backup equipment until the next business day.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
1. Ability to read and write at a level normally acquired through completion of high school.
2. Minimal of Eighty hours of on-the-job training experience necessary to become independently familiar with various equipment, terminology, policies, procedures, etc.
3. Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with callers and office visitors to provide information with courtesy and tact and to maintain positive working relationships with peers in a confining environment.
4. Speed and accuracy in using VDT keyboards, normally acquired through basic typing or computer experience, at least 30 wpm preferred
5. One year of experience in healthcare is preferred.
6. At least 1 year of telecom/switchboard experience in healthcare preferred
**Physical Requirements & Environment:**
1. Normal office environment, and is sedentary 95% of the time.
2. Repetitive hand movement and visual concentration at the video display terminal over 90% of the time to view information.
3. Communicates via the telephone over 95% of the time.
**As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.**
**More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.**
**Equal Opportunity** **Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
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Telephone Operator

96793 Wailuku, Hawaii Kaiser Permanente

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Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, performs variety of communication functions including, but not limited to, operating telephone/switchboard/paging systems, issuing paging equipment, clerical duties and providing technical support; collaborates with other staff members both within and outside department in accomplishing of own job duties as well as to assist others in accomplishing theirs; serves as team player and role model.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Performs duties of telephone/switchboard operator. Receives, directs, scans, and relays routine and emergency calls/pages to appropriate areas and individuals before, during, and after hours.Provides back-up information services to customers on campus when information desk is closed; provides courtesy calls. Processes local and long distance outgoing calls and performs overhead paging in a professional manner.
+ Performs clerical duties which include word processing, filing, and photocopying in support of departmental needs. Maintainsand updates on-call schedules and works with the Medical Staff Office to maintain a list of physicians personal telephone numbers. Works with IT to maintain the Telephone Directory and updates and compiles new and/or additional telephone/pager listings.
+ Notifies appropriate areas of problems or issues that occur. Notifies supervisor when problems occur. Logs complaints/issues in daily journal; refers problems/special calls to supervisor.
+ Processes all alarms and emergency codes and pages; notified affected staff and/or external agencies/vendors.
+ Responsible for contacting other persons as may be required to on-call schedule and/or procedure.
+ Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide culturally sensitive care and/or service.
+ Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year communications operator or related experience within two years.
+ Education
+ High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
License, Certification, Registration
+ N/A
Additional Requirements:
+ Customer service experience in a high volume environment.
+ Basic clerical skills.
+ Ability to actively listen and comprehend callers requests.
+ Basic typing skills.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing and intranet PC applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Knowledge of medical terminology.
+ 10-key by touch.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Telephone Operator
LOCATION: Wailuku, Hawaii
REQNUMBER:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Telephone Operator

96767 Lahaina, Hawaii Marriott

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**Additional Information** Pay: $26.01 to $2.51/hour
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations
**Location** Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States, 96761VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Non-Management
**Pay Range:** 26.01 - 32.51/hour
**POSITION SUMMARY**
Answer, record, log, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns. Operate telephone switchboard station. Process guest requests for wake-up calls, screening calls, do not disturb, call forwarding, conference calls, TDD relay calls, and non-registered guest calls. Advise guest of any messages received. Monitor busy or unanswered lines, check back with callers on hold to update status, and offer to take a message. Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly. Activate/deactivate guest room message lights as appropriate. Instruct guests on how to access the internet; transfer guests with problems to provider's customer support line. Test communications equipment to ensure it works properly. Respond to special requests from guests with unique needs. Contact appropriate individual or department as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem. Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction. Dispatch bell staff or valet staff as needed.
Follow all company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests' service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Enter and locate information using computers and/or POS systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
License or Certification: None
The pay range for this position is 26.01 to 32.51 per hour and offers health care benefits, retirement benefits, earned paid time off and/or sick leave, life insurance, disability coverage, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We've been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you're a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be 'The World's Gathering Place'. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
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Telephone Operator

32232 Jacksonville, Florida Mayo Clinic

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**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans ( - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
Answers and triages extremely high phone volumes, including critical code calls involving emergent situations. Processes emergency calls by coordinating caller with responding parties in an efficient and accurate manner. Monitors and responds to alerts routed from emergency equipment. Responsible for contacting personnel for emergency management situations such as mass casualties and hurricanes. Utilizes multiple phone, computer and internet applications throughout the day. Maintains and utilizes a tiered, in-depth database of on-call staff for clinical/hospital areas. Manages and updates personnel and departmental listings for the online quarterly directory. Regularly reviews backup procedures to assure swift changeover should the main system fail. Facilitates emergency announcements over the public address system. Redirects Service Pagers. Accurately maintains a log of emergent patient calls, international calls, codes, stroke telemedicine, brain bleed referrals, Satilla calls and organ procurements. Arranges conference calls involving five parties or less. Places international calls for medical staff when appropriate. Remains courteous and helpful throughout the shift placing the needs of the patients first. Maintains competencies and stays abreast of all policy and procedural changes. Manages calls regarding hospital-to-hospital transfers. Assists Referring Physicians' Office after hours by forwarding referral information to their office for processing the next business day. Uses decision trees to determine the proper on call team to differentiate emergent physician-requested calls.
**Qualifications**
Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED required. Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a medical setting preferred. Previous experience with the operation of multi-line telephone system experience required. Previous customer service skills. Must demonstrate strong problem solving and decision making skills. Experience with computer and Microsoft products required. Keyboarding or typing skills essential. Ability to quickly and accurately manage emergency calls. Works additional hours or a modified shift to support the work unit during staffing emergencies. Follows safe work practices. Must be able to see and hear within normally acceptable standards, either with or without the use of amplification devices. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbal, audible and in writing, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to work weekends and alternating holidays. Must have adequate use of both hands. Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
Individuals that have not completed a Medical Terminology course will be required to successfully complete a Medical Terminology course within six months of employment.
**Exemption Status**
Nonexempt
**Compensation Detail**
Compensation range is $20.00 - $24.26 / hour
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
Weekdays and Weekends, 1st shift or 2nd shift potential.
Will discuss during interview.
**Weekend Schedule**
Weekend 1st and 2nd shift potential.
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. ( Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" ( . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify ( and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
Andrea Hansen
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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Telephone Operator

90006 Los Angeles, California Dignity Health

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**Job Summary and Responsibilities**
All employees are expected to perform their duties in alignment with the vision and values of the organization. The person doing this job is responsible for a variety of tasks that lead to a high level of customer satisfaction in the most cost-effective manner. Under the supervision of the Supervisor-Communications, and according to specified procedures, operates a console telephone switchboard in order to relay incoming, outgoing and inter-office calls: performs various hospital communications duties such as overhead paging, pager paging and annunciation of emergency codes.
**Job Requirements**
+ Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital environment using a PBX switchboard and have a well-modulated voice with clear and accurate pronunciation providing customer service and activation of codes.
+ High school diploma required.
+ Bilingual Skills required (English/Spanish).
+ Computer knowledge required. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
This position is represented by SEIU.
**Where You'll Work**
Founded in 1887, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles. The hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II trauma center, the Los Angeles Center for Womens Health, obstetrics and pediatric services, and comprehensive cardiac and surgical services. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nations five largest health care systems. Visit here ( for more information.
One Community. One Mission. One California ( Range**
$24.00 - $29.89 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Telephone Operator

20080 Washington, District Of Columbia Marriott

Posted 27 days ago

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**Additional Information** Pay: $21.92 - $9.22/Hour
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations
**Location** The St. Regis Washington D.C., 923 16th and K St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20006VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Non-Management
**POSITION SUMMARY**
Answer, record, log, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns. Operate telephone switchboard station. Process guest requests for wake-up calls, screening calls, do not disturb, call forwarding, conference calls, TDD relay calls, and non-registered guest calls. Advise guest of any messages received. Monitor busy or unanswered lines, check back with callers on hold to update status, and offer to take a message. Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly. Activate/deactivate guest room message lights as appropriate. Instruct guests on how to access the internet; transfer guests with problems to provider's customer support line. Test communications equipment to ensure it works properly. Respond to special requests from guests with unique needs. Contact appropriate individual or department as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem. Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction. Dispatch bell staff or valet staff as needed.
Follow all company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests' service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Enter and locate information using computers and/or POS systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
License or Certification: None
The pay range for this position is 21.92 to 29.22 per hour, and offers health care benefits, earned paid time off and/or sick leave, life insurance, disability coverage, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
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Telephone Operator

24027 Roanoke, Virginia TEKsystems

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Ideally this person has customer service/call center experience and healthcare experience. This will sit 5 days onsite in Roanoke, VA for the three month duration of the contract.
Description
+ Courteously and efficiently answers all incoming calls and connects callers with the correct extension.
+ Take and relays messages in an accurate and timely manner.
+ Responds to emergencies and urgent calls from patients in a timely manner. Direct callers immediately to clinical staff as necessary.
+ Performs operator functions including triaging calls; connecting and transferring calls; setting up conference calls; instructing users on telephone procedures; and reporting telephone and equipment malfunctions to the appropriate party.
+ Provides pleasant and helpful phone contact for callers.
+ Responsible for opening and closing the switchboard.
+ Responsible for the in-house paging system.
+ Performs clerical duties as assigned to maintain workflow in the department.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Roanoke,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Telephone Operator

18503 Scranton, Pennsylvania Geisinger

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Job Summary
Receives, screens and disperses incoming calls, places outgoing calls, and responds to emergencies, alarms and traumas. Provide answering services. Makes overhead announcements and coordinates with security dispatch.
Job Duties
+ Serves as the primary point of access to the health system for all inbound calls.
+ Screens callers to determine the appropriate person or department to be contacted.
+ Places outgoing calls, as prescribed.
+ Operates paging system to locate physicians and other hospital personnel.
+ Prepares morning wake-up list and provides a telephone awakening service for physicians.
+ Provides information, including patient room numbers and directions to hospital areas.
+ Maintains location log of various personnel, physicians, technicians, etc.
+ Maintains the accuracy of information housed in the internal on-line directory.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Position Details
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
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Telephone Operator

16101 New Castle, Pennsylvania UPMC

Posted 19 days ago

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UPMC Jameson, located in New Castle, PA. is seeking a Part-Time Telephone Operator with excellent customer service skills.
The schedule includes all shifts, including midnights, with weekends and holidays required on a rotating schedule. Candidates must be willing to work any and all shifts.
Experience in directing calls and knowledge of medical terminology is a plus!
You'll be part of a supportive and dynamic team in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
Are you a team player? Apply today!'
Responsibilities:
+ May train new operators.
+ May be required to do system data entry on request.
+ Provide service to multiple answering service clients utilizing individualized protocols.
+ Process appropriate emergency code or STAT page.
+ Initiate voice pages when required.
+ Provide Physician on call information to requesting individuals.
+ Use required phrasing at all times when answering telephone calls.
+ Provide dialing instructions to patients when requested. Answer multiple lines while maintaining good customer service.
+ Determine callers' requirements (extension desired, information requested, etc.) and transfer call.
+ Provide status report on any page in progress to the individual requesting the page.
+ High school graduate or equivalent.
+ 1 year of experience answering and processing calls through automated phone system or 1 year of customer service experience.
+ Must be able to work all shifts, 7 days a week. Ability to interpret procedure manuals (i.e., fire, trouble, disaster, etc.).Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Telephone Operator

15090 Warrendale, Pennsylvania Highmark Health

Posted 27 days ago

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**Company :**
Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
Monitors and operates the switchboard including answering and directing incoming calls, placing outgoing calls, overhead paging and emergency response communication.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Answers and directs all telephone calls and overhead paging inquiries for the efficient and timely operation of hospital communications. Triages and prioritizes calls as to their urgency, and accurately routes accordingly. (85%)
+ Immediately responds to all alarms, security calls, and medical emergencies. Pages all persons designated to respond to emergencies. Immediately reports to the supervisor any problems with, or abuses of the alarm system. Logs emergency response information, as appropriate. May reprogram the computerized fire alarm system after it has been activated. (10%)
+ Maintains and cleans all switchboard equipment, identifying and resolving malfunctions to any equipment through defined problem correction procedures. (5%)
+ Performs other duties as assigned or required.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Excellent telephone skills and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred
+ Training as a Telephone Operator, Receptionist, or priority Dispatcher.
+ Experience using a PC-based telephone operator console.
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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