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Telephone Operator (Casual-Weekend Only)

UPMCHarrisburg, PA
Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a Telephone Operator (Casual-Weekend Only) to support the office in Harrisburg. This call center receives a high volume of emergency calls daily. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a high-stress environment, remaining calm and professional while maintaining a positive attitude. The ability to multitask while answering phones is essential. The schedule is every other weekend between 10:30 PM and 7:00 AM.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • 1 year of experience answering and processing calls through automated phone system or 1 year of customer service experience.
  • Must be able to work all shifts, 7 days a week.
  • Ability to interpret procedure manuals (i.e., fire, trouble, disaster, etc.).
  • Act 34

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to work in a high stress environment.
  • Ability to multitask while answering phones.

Responsibilities

  • May train new operators.
  • May be required to do system data entry on request.
  • Provide service to multiple answering service clients utilizing individualized protocols.
  • Process appropriate emergency code or STAT page.
  • Initiate voice pages when required.
  • Provide Physician on call information to requesting individuals.
  • Use required phrasing at all times when answering telephone calls.
  • Provide dialing instructions to patients when requested.
  • Answer multiple lines while maintaining good customer service.
  • Determine callers requirements (extension desired, information requested, etc.) and transfer call.
  • Provide status report on any page in progress to the individual requesting the page.

Benefits

  • Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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