Hospital Communications Operator

Holzer Health System; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Holzer-Health-System is seeking a Telephone/Communications Operator to support the Registration/Communications Center. The role involves operating the telephone console, locating patient and staff information in the computer system, and managing overhead paging and interdepartmental paging.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and a professional demeanor. No prior experience is required, and on-the-job training of up to six months is provided.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• No previous experience required.
• Telephone operator or receptionist experience a definite advantage.
• Professional demeanor, and basic computer skills required.
• Up to six months on the job training.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple position telephone console to relay incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls.
• Look up on computer, patient, and staff information.
• Coordinate hospital codes and disaster communications; oversee overhead paging and paging system.
• Use two-way radios and emergency communications equipment.
• Assist in coordinating Codes and Disaster communications as needed.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED

On-the-job training

Job description

Holzer-Health-System is seeking a Telephone/Communications Operator to support the Registration/Communications Center. The role involves operating the telephone console, locating patient and staff information in the computer system, and managing overhead paging and interdepartmental paging.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and a professional demeanor. No prior experience is required, and on-the-job training of up to six months is provided.