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Ascension; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist for full-time evenings (2:00 PM–10:00 PM) with rotation of weekends and holidays. The role supports incoming and outgoing calls, maintains reference materials, and coordinates paging and emergency communications within Ascension St John.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Prior medical environment experience is preferred; excellent computer skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or 1 year of related experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Receives and relays internal and external calls according to protocol.
• Maintains desk directories, on-call lists, and reference materials.
• Operates beeper and paging system to contact personnel and code teams.
• Communicates codes and announcements per policies, including disaster plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Department/Specialty: Telecommunications


• Schedule: Full time evenings, Monday - Friday, 2p - 10p, weekends and holiday rotation

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Tulsa, OK


• Facility: Ascension St John


• Department/Specialty: Telecommunications


• Schedule: Full time evenings, Monday - Friday, 2p - 10p, weekends and holiday rotation

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Receives and relays internal and external calls and provides general information according to protocol.


• Maintains desk directories, on-call list, reference guides and other associated reference materials.


• Operates beeper and paging system to contact personnel and code team.


• Communicates codes, alerts, drills and other announcements according to established policies and protocols, including disaster management plans.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  
  
  
  • None Required.
  
  
  
  

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Prior medical experience preferred


• Excellent communication skills


• Team Player


• Good computer skills

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options


• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance


• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning


• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources


• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits


• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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