Switchboard Operator Receptionist

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading healthcare institution in the beautiful East Kootenay region! As a Switchboard Operator Receptionist, you'll be at the heart of patient care, managing communications and ensuring smooth operations. This permanent full-time role offers rotating shifts and a chance to make a real difference in people's lives. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and career advancement, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions. Join a team recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and take the next step in your career today!

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education

Employer paid vacation

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 2 years of recent related experience or equivalent education.
• Typing test completed within the last 48 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate the switchboard and manage public address systems.
• Admit patients and perform clerical duties during shifts.

Skills

Typing (45+ NWPM)

Medical Terminology

Clerical Duties

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Terminology Certificate

Job description

East Kootenay Regional Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Permanent full-time Switchboard Operator Receptionist to join their team in Cranbrook, BC!

This position works rotating shifts: 06:00 to 14:00, 14:00 to 22:00, 22:00 to 06:00.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for career advancement

What Will You Work On?

This position operates the Switchboard, public address, and pager systems; receives and directs patients and visitors; admits all patients during the evening, night shifts, and weekends; manages various monetary transactions; and performs clerical duties.

What should your application include?

• A 5-minute typing test (45+ NWPM) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details.
• A Medical Terminology Certificate
• Your Resume outlining two years of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and your flexibility for on-call, casual work (specify days of the week)

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!