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RWJ Hamilton

Switchboard Operator

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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.

$42,421 / year median in New Jersey

-14% projected decline

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Job Description

Switchboard Operator RWJ Hamilton - 3.8 Township of Hamilton, NJ Job Details Part-time $16.56 - $20.20 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Operator switchboards High school diploma or GED Telephone systems Office phone management Full Job Description Req #: 0000263897
Category:
Clerical /
Administrative Status:
Part-Time Shift:
Day Facility:
RWJ Hamilton Department:
IT&S Telecommunications Pay Range:
$16.56 - $20.20 per hour
Location:
One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Job Title:
Switchboard Operator Location:
RWJUH Hamilton Hospital Department Name:
IT&S Telecommunications Req #: 0000263897
Status:
Hourly Shift:
Day Pay Range:
$16.56 - $20.20 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
Relays incoming and outgoing calls, monitors operations of telephone and paging systems, and ensures that telephone equipment is in good working order and that problems are reported. Monitors emergency alarms. Communicates medical and other information to authorized recipients; operates the paging system; sounds alarms and announces medical codes; disasters, and other emergencies in accordance with institutional policies. Works cooperatively on PI initiatives to improve Communications department for the organization.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma At least one year work experience in switchboard communications (preferably in an acute care hospital)
Preferred:
Prior Switchboard experience Familiarity with medical terminology
Scheduling Requirements:
Part-time Day Benefits and Perks :
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! 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 RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer