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PBX Operator 8470 #14016
Job Description
PBX Operator 8470 #14016
Job #: 14016
Job Category:
Patient Access
Job Type:
Per Diem
Shift Type:
Variable
Department:
Communications
Pay Range:
$22.17/hr. - $27.73/hr.
Open Date:
09.02.26
Close Date:
Qualifications:
High Shool Diploma of Graduation or equivalent required.
Job Details:
Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:
High School graduate or equivalent
Ability to hear well and speak clearly
Previous switchboard experience preferred
Pleasant telephone voice and manner required
Ability to assess situations and to route calls to appropriate department
Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision
Ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Manual dexterity needed to manipulate keys on switchboard
Duties & Responsibilities:
Job Summary The PBX Operator is responsible for the operation of the switchboard: answering incoming calls and routing to proper department. Duties Places outgoing calls for employee which requires operator assistance, records such calls, answers questions regarding patient condition according to established procedure
Informs telephone company of equipment malfunction
Answers "code phone" and pages appropriate information
Keeps track of petty cash transactions and balancing of cash drawer
Answers questions, direct visitors to patient rooms, etc.
Responsible for remaining aware of disaster plan and procedure to follow in the event of a drill or an actual disaster occurs
May enter data on records
May clear files at designated intervals under the direction of a supervisor
Assist in personnel training
Performs other duties as assigned Lifting requirements: Sedentary- generally lifting not more than 10 lbs. maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as ledgers, files and small items. Job Posted: 09/02/2026
Contact Name:
Human Resources Contact Phone:
530.712.2137
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What they do
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.
$42,770 / year median in California
-9% projected decline