PBX Operator

jacksonhospital; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackson Hospital is seeking a PBX Operator to manage the hospital's communications, relay messages between physicians, nurse stations and patients, and operate the radio paging system. You will ensure rapid notification across the facility for all codes and emergencies, coordinating with departments to support life-saving measures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, prior switchboard experience preferred, and basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Windows).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Previous switchboard experience in hospital or 911 operator or answering service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a radio paging system to relay incoming/outgoing messages between physicians, nurse stations, and patients.
• Provide immediate notification to proper Hospital personnel for any type disaster.
• Provide immediate communication for hospital codes to ensure life saving measures are accomplished immediately.

Skills

Typing 50-60 wpm

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Windows OS

Radio paging system

Job description

The PBX Operator provides communication services between the Hospital and the general public. He/she operates a radio paging system to relay incoming/outgoing messages between physicians, nurse stations, and patients. It is the PBX Operator’s responsibility to provide immediate communication for the various codes in order that life saving measures will be accomplished immediately. The PBX Operator provides immediate notification to proper Hospital personnel in the event of any type disaster.

Education:

High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience:

Previous switchboard experience in a hospital or 911 operator or answering service center experience preferred.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

N/A

Equipment/Tools/Work Aids:

Multiple position computerized telephone switchboard, radio-pager, in-house P.A. system, alarm monitor board,

Specialized Skills:

Basic knowledge of Microsoft word and windows, ability to type 50-60 words/minute.

Physical Requirements:

Visual, hearing, and speech acuity necessary from communication purposes. Must be able to sit for 8 hours per shift