Communications Specialist

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA is seeking a Communications Specialist to operate the hospital telephone, voice paging, radio paging and security radio systems, ensuring prompt responses to codes and alarms and accurate staff messaging. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and PBX experience; one year of telephone operator experience is preferred.

VHC Health emphasizes wage transparency and offers a comprehensive benefits package, with compensation based on

Qualifications

• PBX experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Respond to codes and alarms from the communications office.

Responsibilities

• Operate hospital telephone, voice paging, radio paging and security radio systems.
• Respond to codes and alarms in the communications office.
• Perform staff messaging tasks as appropriate.

Skills

PBX experience

Alarm response

Communication systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Communications Specialist

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Operates the Hospital telephone, voice paging, radio paging and security radio systems. Must respond to and appropriately handle all codes and alarms terminating in the communications office. Must perform messaging tasks for staff as appropriate.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

One year of telephone operator (PBX) experience is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well asadditionalwellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency andequitablepay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—isdeterminedbased on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes isappropriate forthis role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. Noportionof compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determinedin accordance withthe terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may bemodifiedat the sole discretion of VHC Health,in accordance withapplicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.