Switchboard Operator

Ascension Health; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascension Health in Appleton, WI, is seeking a part-time Telecommunications Associate to receive and relay calls, maintain on-call lists, operate paging systems, and disseminate information according to protocol.

The role supports disaster management and timely communications for codes and alerts. A High School diploma or 1 year of related experience is required, with licensure/certification acceptable in lieu of education or experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Receive and relay internal and external calls and provide general information according to protocol.
• Maintain desk directories, on-call list, reference guides and other associated reference materials.
• Operate beeper and paging system to contact personnel and code team.
• Communicate codes, alerts, drills and other announcements according to established policies and protocols, including disaster management plans.

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility: St. Elizabeth Hospital

Department: Telecommunications

Schedule: Part-Time | Day Shift

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 97,000+ 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.

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: 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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Receive and relay internal and external calls and provides general information according to protocol.

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

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

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

What minimum requirements you’ll need

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.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.