PBX Operator Per Diem/on Call
Job ID R-79447 Date Posted 09/04/2024 Location Castro Valley, CA Schedule/Shift/Weekly Hours Per Diem/Casual/NightsOrganization:
EMC - Eden Medical CenterPosition Overview:
Receive and dispatch incoming calls through the PBX console in an expedient, accurate, and professional manner. Respond to emergency alarms. Disperse information; utilize pagers and overhead page as appropriate.Job Description:
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Utilize call processing software
• Access appropriate screen in PBX application to find needed information
• Enter appropriate information
• Search and highlight needed information
• Access Operator notes and update when needed
Answer calls
• Answer calls appropriately and quickly
• Answer calls in a professional and courteous manner
• Converse with caller to ascertain their needs
Dispatch calls
• Dispatch calls quickly, with error-free accuracy
• Offer number to caller or use VAT when appropriate
• Confirm caller’s needs are met.
• End call courteously and professionally
Perform other duties as assigned.
• Change out pagers
• Utilize electronic on-call information
• Report needed database changes
Provide overhead and beeper paging
• Receive request to page
• Evaluate appropriateness of request
• Perform page function and log
Obtain interpreter services.
• Receive request for interpreter service (foreign language or sign language)
• Contact the appropriate agency for service
• Schedule interpreter if appropriate
• Log occurrence
EDUCATION
- Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
- HS Diploma or general education degree or equivalent education/experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
- Two years experience with the main/primary job function as a PBX Telephone Operator or Call Center Representative.
- Ability to type 35 wpm.
- Two years experience with Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
- Experience in medical/healthcare field desirable.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Medical terminology desirable.
- Good ability to spell common words/names.
- Excellent customer service skills, demonstrating friendliness, empathy, compassion, and courtesy.
- Effective communication skills.
- Tone of voice must be clear, must use appropriate non-slang vocabulary.
- Active listening skills.
- Individuals applying for Casual positions must demonstrate excellent availability to work, maintaining availability for at least half the shifts during a week.
Job Shift:
VariedSchedule:
Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
VariableWeekend Requirements:
Rotating WeekendsBenefits:
NoUnions:
YesPosition Status:
Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:
0Employee Status:
Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:
1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $26.77 to $33.88 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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