Mass General Brigham-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Cambridge, MA
Ambulatory Health Care Services

The Switchboard Operator/Receptionist at Spaulding Hospital is responsible for managing the switchboard console and staffing the Information Desk. This role involves welcoming patients and visitors, assisting them to their appropriate destinations, and ensuring effective communication through phone calls and announcements. The position requires maintaining phone logs, reporting emergencies, and providing high-quality service in line with the hospital's organizational values.

  • Answer switchboard console for assigned facility and staff the Information Desk.
  • Welcome patients and visitors and assist them to their appropriate destination.
  • Ensure phone calls are answered to meet established targets.
  • Assist patients in making telephone calls as requested.
  • Complete pages and announcements in accordance with established standards.
  • Maintain phone logs according to established guidelines.
  • Notify and report hospital emergencies per established policies.
  • Contact on-call personnel after hours as per established guidelines.
  • Contact security as needed and per established guidelines.
  • Complete additional department, organization, or network activities per established objectives.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Knowledge of switchboard practices, paging procedures, and equipment.
  • Computer proficiency required, with Microsoft Office applications preferred.
  • Effective verbal, electronic, and written communication skills in English.
  • Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with a diverse population.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Anticipate challenges and develop strategies for addressing them.
  • Demonstrate initiative with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
  • Full-time position with standard hours of 40 per week.
  • Regular employee status with potential for benefits.
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