Communications Operator per diem

American Addiction Centers

96d • $18 - $27

About The Position

The position is part-time with a requirement of 32 hours per month, including weekends and holidays. The schedule will vary depending on the open hours of the department. The pay range for this position is between $18.50 and $27.75 per hour. The major responsibilities include operating multi-function workstations, paging systems, and emergency hotline devices to facilitate communication in routine and emergency situations. The role also involves maintaining knowledge of department policies, providing communication links between personnel and patients, and arranging repairs for communication devices.

Requirements

• High School Graduate.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays and occasionally a variety of shifts.
• Ability to handle stressful situations daily regarding the number and nature of calls received.

Responsibilities

• Responds to and operates multi-function work stations, paging systems, emergency hotline and alarm devices.
• Answers, connects, and directs calls to appropriate locations.
• Facilitates hospital response to emergency situations.
• Provides communication links between in-house and on-call personnel, patients, and caregivers.
• Maintains current knowledge of department and Medical Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains computer and hard copy files of all physician key personnel and on-call personnel.
• Arranges for the repair of pocket pagers, patient room telephones, and special needs patient telephones.

Benefits

• Base compensation based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay for shift, on call, and more.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees