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Clearview Cancer Institute

Phone Operator

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A Switchboard or Telephone Operator works for a telephone company or system to operate telephone system equipment to route incoming calls, direct internal calls, or assist customers with placing calls. Assists with connecting long distance or collect calls, or provides customers with assistance in finding a phone number or an address. May also answer customer calls at a company or organization or work for an agency that handles and routes emergency calls.

$33,102 / year median in Alabama

-17% projected decline

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Phone Operator Clearview Cancer Institute - 3.2 Huntsville, AL Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Phone communication Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Clearview Cancer Institute is north Alabama's leading cancer treatment facility. For over 30 years Clearview Cancer Institute has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care to those diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders. Clearview offers every service and amenity needed in an outpatient setting and our dedication to research and involvement in Phase I-IV clinical trials gives our patients the opportunity to receive potentially life-saving treatment options. Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
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Job Purpose The purpose of the Telephone Operator/Centralized Scheduler is to support Oncology Specialties by operating the telephones and connecting callers to the appropriate person. Other duties include confirming, cancelling, and rescheduling appointments. Essential Job Functions Answer a high volume of calls in a timely manner and transfer and or/take detailed messages according to company standards. Maintain detailed and accurate call record. Distribute information to the appropriate person or department in a timely manner. Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public. Schedule and confirm patient appointments. Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff. Receive and route messages and documents as needed. Perform reminder and no show calls. Operate office equipment such as voice mail messaging systems, and use word processing, spreadsheet, and other software applications as needed to do work assigned. Perform various clerical and administrative functions as needed. Transmit information or documents as needed, using computer, mail, or fax machine. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Excellent telephone etiquette skills. Must be organized. Must be able to prioritize phone calls and multitask. Must be able to complete calls and necessary follow-up in a timely manner. Must be professional, polite, and patient to the needs of others. Education/Experience Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in medical office setting preferred. Working conditions This position requires working in an office environment in a clinical facility. This position deals largely with the public so patience and a pleasant personality are important. Physical requirements This job requires sitting at a desk and answering phone calls for up to eight hours a day. Direct reports This position is not a supervisory position.