Switchboard Operator

Job Overview:

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Days
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Primary responsibility is to provide related assistance and information during specific shift.
• Responds promptly and politely to all callers in a timely manner. Answers all incoming calls to the Medical Center's main telephone number and other types of inbound telephone services as directed.
• Responds to emergency codes in an expedient manner. Responds to console alarms and reports equipment malfunctions to Telecommunications Manager.
• Notifies appropriate telecommunications staff of changes needed in directory when such information comes to their attention.
• Keeps abreast of hospital events that may generate calls and inquiries from those outside the Medical Center.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer