Switchboard Operator I - Ephrata - Nights

WellSpan Health; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Education assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

WellSpan Health in Ephrata, PA is seeking a Switchboard Operator I for the night shift. You will operate the telephone console, route calls, and support emergency communications to ensure patient care and hospital operations run smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong interpersonal and verbal skills, and basic computer literacy. Experience with switchboards is preferred; the position is full-time and on-site at night.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.
• Above average verbal skill is required to communicate with the public.
• Required knowledge of basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Answers incoming calls promptly, efficiently, and professionally while providing excellent customer service to all internal and external callers.
• Screens and routes calls accurately to appropriate departments, staff, or patient locations.
• Facilitates communication between patients, visitors, and hospital staff. Addresses routine service concerns and escalates issues as appropriate.
• Initiates and announces hospital emergency codes following established protocols and coordinates communication during urgent situations.
• Maintains paging systems and hospital on-call schedules to support patient care and hospital operations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Switchboard Operator I - Ephrata - Nights

Ephrata, PA, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 228582
• Job Category Revenue Cycle
• Posting Date 08/26/2026, 02:23 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Shift1 - Day
• Locations 169 Martin Ave, Ephrata, PA, 17522, US
• Assignment Category Not Applicable
• FTE 1

Job Description

General Summary

Provides hospital telecommunication services through the operation of a telephone console and related communication equipment. Serves as a central communication hub for hospital operations by accurately and efficiently routing internal and external calls, facilitating communication between patients, visitors, and staff, and supporting emergency response procedures. Maintains communication systems, paging functions, and operational continuity while delivering professional and customer-focused service.

Shift

Full Time, Nights, 11p-7a; 2 week set schedule rotating days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:

• Operator Duties: Answers incoming calls promptly, efficiently, and professionally while providing excellent customer service to all internal and external callers. Screens and routes calls accurately to appropriate departments, staff, or patient locations. Provides general hospital information and assists callers with inquiries. Facilitates communication between patients, visitors, and hospital staff. Addresses routine service concerns and escalates issues as appropriate.
• Emergency Response Duties: Initiates and announces hospital emergency codes following established protocols. Notifies and coordinates communication with appropriate personnel during urgent and critical situations. Maintains accurate logs and documentation of all emergency communications.
• Paging and On-Call Support Duties (Hospital-Based): Manages paging systems and communication tools to ensure accurate and timely message delivery. Maintains and utilizes hospital on-call schedules in accordance with established procedures. Contacts on-call hospital staff as needed to support patient care and hospital operations.
• Systems Monitoring Duties: Monitors switchboard, paging, and communication systems to ensure proper functionality at all times. Identifies system or equipment issues and escalates for resolution as appropriate.
• Security and Operational Support Duties: Monitors and supports communication related to safety systems, alarms, and security processes in accordance with hospital protocols. Assists with communication needs during security-related events and facility operations.
• Documentation and Handoff Duties: Maintains accurate records of calls, messages, and critical events. Ensures clear, accurate, and comprehensive communication of updates, issues, and critical information during shift transitions to maintain operational continuity.
• Technical Support Duties: Performs first-level troubleshooting and support for communication devices, paging systems, and related technologies. Escalates technical issues to appropriate support personnel as needed.

Common Expectations:

• Demonstrates competency in communication processes necessary to support hospital operations and patient access to care.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance standards, and safety protocols.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and supports operational efficiency through attention to detail and accountability.

Qualifications

Qualifications
Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Preferred
• Previous switchboard experience. Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.
• Above average verbal skill is required to communicate with the public.
• Required knowledge of basic computer skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term disability
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay