PBX Operator

Prime Healthcare•Harlingen, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a PBX Operator, also referred to as a Switchboard Operator or Communication Operator in our communications department. The PBX Operator is responsible for answering the switchboard and overhead pages, greeting visitors, and directing them to the appropriate departments, while also monitoring hospital alarms and maintaining knowledge of the policies and procedures for all hospital emergency codes. Shift’s Available: Mornings, Mids, and Nights (Flexible to work all shifts) Employment Type: Full-time Hours: 12 hour shifts Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).
Effective written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous PBX experience preferred.
Previous experience in office or receptionist.
Customer Services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Answer and route incoming calls to the appropriate hospital departments, physicians, or staff promptly and courteously
Assist visitors and callers by providing information or directing them to the appropriate contacts, and promptly handle emergency calls by connecting them to response teams or on-call personnel
Monitor and maintain the telephone system by reporting malfunctions to technical support and keeping accurate call logs and messages for staff and departments
Support communication during hospital emergencies or critical events by coordinating calls and information flow
Ensure compliance with hospital policies and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information