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.
Communications Operator RWJBarnabas Health life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Long Branch 300 2nd Avenue (Show on map) Jul 20, 2026 Communications Operator
Req #: 0000255631
Category:
Clerical /
Administrative Status:
Per Diem Shift:
Night Facility:
Monmouth Medical Center Department:
IT&S Telecommunications Pay Range:
$17.12 - $19.06 per hour
Location:
300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Job Title:
Communications Operator Location:
Monmouth Medical Center Department Name:
IT&S Telecommunications Req #: 0000255631
Status:
Hourly Shift:
Night Pay Range:
$17.12 - $19.06 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in 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:
The Communications Operator relays incoming and outgoing calls to the hospital, monitors operations of telephone and paging systems, and ensures that telephone equipment is in good, working order.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma required
Preferred:
Familiarity with switchboard communications and medical terminology
Experience in acute care and / or ambulatory care environment
Prior switchboard experience and knowledge of Microsoft applications
Scheduling Requirements:
Per Diem
Night Shift Essential Functions:
Monitors emergency alarms, communicates medical and other information to authorized recipients
Operates the paging system, sound alarms, and announce medical codes / disasters / other emergencies in accordance with institutional policies
Works collaboratively on Performance Improvement initiatives to better the Communications Department for the
Organization Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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 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 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 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
