Hilo Operator I

Baldor Professional Services, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Holy Name Hospital in New Jersey seeks a Switchboard Operator to provide courteous, accurate information and route calls via computerized PBX systems. You will handle patient requests, monitor emergency alarms, and support disaster response with calm professionalism. Requires a high school diploma and experience on PBX switchboards; Spanish language skills are a plus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Trained and experienced on computerized PBX switchboards required.
• Computerized data entry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone calls in a clear and concise manner and provides necessary information in a courteous and professional manner.
• Advances callers to appropriate destination numbers.
• Processes patient requests through computerized telephone system, for installation of patient telephones.
• Disconnects telephone service determined by IBM daily discharge list.
• Initiates opening and closing of patient’s phones according designated time of service.
• Enters required data in various computerized voice/data systems.
• Orally telephones patients informing them of telephone service and dialing in various computerized voice/data systems.
• Telephones patients to inform them of telephone service and dialing instructions.
• Responds in a timely and professional manner to various emergency alarm systems and notifies designated personnel.

Skills

Verbal communication

Spanish (bonus)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PBX switchboards

Job description

Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal — it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention — because healing every soul is our sole focus.

Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology – it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs. Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery.

Full‑time

Switchboard Operator processes all calls made to switchboard and acts as a general liaison between the public and Holy Name Hospital.

What you will do

• Answers telephone calls in a clear and concise manner and provides necessary information in a courteous and professional manner.
• Advances callers to appropriate destination numbers.
• Processes patient requests through computerized telephone system, for installation of patient telephones.
• Disconnects telephone service determined by IBM daily discharge list.
• Initiates opening and closing of patient’s phones according designated time of service.
• Enters required data in various computerized voice/data systems.
• Orally telephones patients informing them of telephone service and dialing in various computerized voice/data systems
• Telephones patients to inform them of telephone service and dialing instructions.
• Responds in a timely and professional manner to various emergency alarm systems and notifies designated personnel. In addition, announces emergency codes over paging system in a calm, clear professional manner.
• Monitors lists of all current on‑call emergency services and maintains correct beeper and home phone numbers.
• Understands all disaster plan policies and procedures and is able to implement all necessary responses accordingly.
• Forwards all necessary repair requests and handicap equipment requests to the Director/Technician of Communications.
• Follows the instruction and guidance given By the Director of Communication.
• Informs Director of all patient or staff complaints or concerns.
• Performs any related duties as assigned.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required

Experience Qualifications

• Trained and experienced on computerized PBX switchboards Required and
• Computerized data entry experience is a plus Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A proven record of excellent verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus

At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well‑being. Full‑time and part‑time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer low‑cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on‑site child care. Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on‑site parking. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part‑Time or Per Diem) skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Pay Range: $18.00/hour - $21.00/hour

Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.