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Bobby Dodd Institute Inc

Switchboard Operator (Weekend 6am-2:30pm)

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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.

$34,199 / year median in Tennessee

-13% projected decline

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Job Description

At Bobby Dodd Institute, we believe in an inclusive world where people of differing abilities can lead more independent and purposeful lives when provided the right guidance, support and opportunities.
Job Summary:
Screen & route incoming calls using electronic attendant console. Provide instructions & assistance to callers within and outside the medical center. This position is currently 16 hours with an opportunity for additional week day hours.
Essential Duties:
Process all incoming/outgoing calls Answer emergency calls & alarms and follow SOP regarding routing/ reporting Maintain appropriate records Perform overhead paging services as required within the hospital Provide general information as requested (I.e. visiting hours) Provide pager distribution within the hospital for specific VA employees
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED Excellent written & verbal communication skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Excellent grammar and proofreading skills Must have a good speaking voice. Minimal typing involved to access phone directory Excellent customer service skills Must be able to work any rotating shift if needed Must be able to pass criminal background check Must work well in a team environment & possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, decision- making and prioritization skills.
Further Requirements:
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time Must have dependable transportation to and from work
BENEFITS
Dental insurance and Vision insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Two weeks paid time off after one year / plus eleven paid federal holidays that begin at hire date Retirement plan Health and welfare pay that is used to pay for benefits the employee chooses, such as medical, dental and vision Fixed Indemnity policy to help offset medical and prescription costs Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BDI is a Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Federal Contractor. Education Preferred High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.