SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR

Samaritan Health; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown seeks a Switchboard Operator to handle communications and paging for evening shifts. You will act as the central hub for emergency monitoring and assist with crisis management while providing courteous, accurate information to callers.

Ideal candidates have prior switchboard or receptionist experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Onsite work with a supportive team environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous switchboard operator or receptionist experience preferred.
• Operates communications console and performs overhead paging.
• Must communicate effectively with all age groups and handle stress.

Responsibilities

• Operates communications console and overhead paging system.
• Acts as hub for emergency management monitoring and crisis situations.
• Interacts with callers professionally and supports shift operations.

Skills

Calm under stress

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Communications console

Job description

## SWITCHBOARD OPERATORApply: Onsite: Samaritan Medical Center: Casual: Posted Today: R3654Location:Samaritan Medical CenterDepartment:01.8524 SMC ADMITTINGPay Range:16.45 - 20.97Care for our community, and your career.* Previous experience as a switchboard operator or receptionist preferred.* Operates communications console, performs overhead pages, and is the hub for emergency management monitoring and crisis situations.* Ability to remain calm and perform duties efficiently under stress.* Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.* Manual dexterity.* Must demonstrate ability to effectively communicate and interact with all age groups.* Computer skills required.* High school level of knowledge preferred.Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.**Work Shift:**FLSA880- 8 Hours Evening Shift (United States of America)