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Oroville Hospital

PBX Operator 8470 #14016

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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 P​osted: 09/02/2026

Contact Name:
Human Resources Contact Phone:

530.712.2137

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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.

$42,770 / year median in California

-9% projected decline

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