Hospital Switchboard & Communications Operator

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a Communications Agent to operate the hospital switchboard and respond to emergencies with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities include coordinating telephone communication across the campus, handling code and alarm signals, maintaining on-call rosters, and managing emergency radio procedures. Minimum one year in telecom/pbx or related role and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Comm/Telecom/Networking-PBX Switchboard Operator.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• Familiarity with hospital paging and emergency procedures is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate telephone communication at MBMC.
• Respond to code calls and alarm signals; maintain records.
• Maintain on-call lists and after-hours coverage for departments.
• Operate hospital emergency radio and follow disaster procedures.

Skills

Switchboard operation

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a Communications Agent to operate the hospital switchboard and respond to emergencies with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities include coordinating telephone communication across the campus, handling code and alarm signals, maintaining on-call rosters, and managing emergency radio procedures. Minimum one year in telecom/pbx or related role and a high school diploma are required.