COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

UHS•Bartlett, TN

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeside Behavioral Health System provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking to be part of a team-oriented and compassionate organization. Our staff tell us that our team is their number one reason for working at Lakeside and we offer competitive compensation, excellent comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, tuition assistance, and paid time off. Since 1969, Lakeside has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in the Memphis and Mid-South region. The 365-bed facility is one of the largest free-standing psychiatric hospitals in the United States. We are located on a serene 37-acre campus in northeast Shelby County, serving as the setting for the treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors. Lakeside’s comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, depression and anxiety, mental illness and addictive disease disorders such as alcoholism, drug addiction and substance abuse. JOB SUMMARY: The Private Branch Exchange (PBX) Operator/Receptionist greets guests within the hospital lobby areas and manages the facility telephone switchboard system. This opportunity provides the following: UHS is a challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Competitive Compensation

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience with telephone switchboard systems.
Excellent telephone etiquette and tact
Pleasant and audible speech, with good enunciation
Flexibility
Ability to interact effectively with persons of widely diverse roles, backgrounds, cultures, and socio-economic classes, those in crises or resistant or negative toward organization
Ability to remain seated at switchboard for long periods of time without significant discomfort or distress.