Evening Dispatch & Switchboard Operator (Part-Time)

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Indiana is seeking a part-time Switchboard Operator for evening shifts. The role manages incoming and outgoing calls, provides routine information, and dispatches to departments, with paging and emergency communications.

You will maintain records, verify demographics, and assist patients and staff in a professional manner. Prior switchboard or healthcare experience preferred; strong communication and organizational skills required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating switchboard or telecommunications equipment preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills required.
• Ability to manage high call volumes in a calm, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Answers incoming calls promptly and routes to appropriate department.
• Carries out paging procedures for employees and emergency personnel.
• Provides accurate information to patients, staff and external customers.
• Maintains records of pages, notifications and calls per facility protocols.
• Ensures accurate demographic information and paperwork is organized.

Skills

Switchboard operations

Verbal communication

Customer service

Tools

Telecommunications equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems in Indiana is seeking a part-time Switchboard Operator for evening shifts. The role manages incoming and outgoing calls, provides routine information, and dispatches to departments, with paging and emergency communications.

You will maintain records, verify demographics, and assist patients and staff in a professional manner. Prior switchboard or healthcare experience preferred; strong communication and organizational skills required.