Telephone Operator - Per diem - Variable Shift

Adventist Health; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in Lodi, CA is seeking a communicative and reliable telephone switchboard operator to support hospital operations. The role includes handling calls, paging, and basic clerical tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes courteous service, accuracy in routing calls, and collaboration with hospital departments to ensure public safety and patient support. Training and mentorship are provided within the telecom team.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Customer service call center experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Answers incoming telephone calls and provides information with excellent customer service and professional etiquette.
• Operates paging system and acts as dispatcher between hospital personnel and security when needed.
• Monitors alarm panels, telephones, two-way radio, and fax; documents malfunctions and notifies designated personnel.
• Assists with admitting patients as needed and maintains patient information.
• Orients and mentors staff on department duties and relationships with other departments.

Skills

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Dispatch coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s/Technical degree

Job description

Job Description

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.

Job Summary

Operates telephone switchboard console, overhead paging system, two-way radio, alpha/numeric paging unit, and wall alarm panels. Answers calls in a courteous and timely manner, accurately connect callers to their requested destination, and provides appropriate information and assistance as needed. Performs light clerical functions. Occasionally trains new employees.

Job Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Customer service call center experience: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Answers incoming telephone calls and provides information when requested, utilizing excellent customer service skills and professional telephone etiquette at all times. Answers, evaluates, and directs all calls efficiently. Responds with patience and positive attitude to the caller's request. Provides answering service coverage for identified departments and in accordance with established procedures.
• Operates paging system in accordance with established procedures. Acts as a dispatcher between hospital personnel and security when the security office is closed. Handles emergency calls in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitors calls to ensure they have been properly followed through. Monitor all alarm panels, telephones, two-way radio, and fax located in the department. Document any malfunctions and/or alarm activations and notify designated personnel/departments as required. Verifies and updates on-call lists.
• Assists with admitting patients as needed. Ensures patient information is maintained, current and correct. Sorts and distributes mail as needed.
• Orients, instructs, mentors and develops personnel on job duties, assignments, opportunities, and activities of the department as it relates to their position and their relationship with other departments/staff as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 73819

Job Category : Associate

Posting Date : 2026-10-13T00:27:08+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations :

Lodi, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $29.56. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Telecom

Shift Length : 8 Hours