24/7 Hospital Communications Specialist

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Kansas City Hospital is seeking a versatile communications support professional to assist the Communications office and Mailroom in a high-volume hospital environment. The role involves monitoring alarms, answering the switchboard, and ensuring timely paging of overhead announcements.

Candidates should be prepared to work within a 24/7 hospital setting, with a preference for those with high school diplomas or equivalent and experience with rapid response to urgent needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to respond quickly to urgent needs while monitoring multiple programs.
• Effective written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Available to work within 24/7 hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Support Communications office, Mailroom, and hospital operations as directed by supervisor.
• Monitor and respond to hospital alarms and emergency situations.
• Answer switchboard and paging overhead announcements.
• Adhere to hospital emergency codes and procedures.

Skills

Urgent response

Communication

Analytical thinking

24/7 availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Kansas City Hospital is seeking a versatile communications support professional to assist the Communications office and Mailroom in a high-volume hospital environment. The role involves monitoring alarms, answering the switchboard, and ensuring timely paging of overhead announcements.

Candidates should be prepared to work within a 24/7 hospital setting, with a preference for those with high school diplomas or equivalent and experience with rapid response to urgent needs.