Switchboard Operator | Elkhart General Hospital (Finance)
JOB SUMMARY
Reports to Manager of Telecommunications. Operates clinic switchboard, provides routine information, and directs calls to appropriate area.
MISSION & VISION
Mission: To enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of the communities we serve as the community's provider of outstanding quality, superior value and comprehensive health care services.
Vision: Our vision is to achieve:
Innovative health care and well-being services of the highest quality at the greatest value
Easy access and convenience
Outstanding patient experiences
Ongoing education involving physicians, patients and the community
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a High School Diploma or Equivalent. Previous switchboard experience is required.
Knowledge & Skills
Periodic ability to perform STAT runs is also necessary.
Alert, quick-thinking with the ability to adjust rapidly to ever changing conditions is also important in this position.
Familiarity with switchboard console, CRT, digital and voice beepers.
Knowledge of all code policies; the fire board, and all security and engineering alarms currently in use in the switchboard areas.
Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate background noise and still concentrate.
Physical Demands
This job requires one to sit for long periods of time.