McLeod Health · 21 hours ago
Switchboard Operator (PRN) - Loris
McLeod Health is a not-for-profit organization with a long history of providing healthcare services. The Telephone Operator serves as the first point of contact for incoming calls to the hospital, providing exceptional customer service and efficient call management.
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Responsibilities
Answer, screen, and route incoming calls to appropriate departments, staff, or patient rooms in a professional and courteous manner
Provide general information to callers, such as hospital hours, visiting policies, and directions, while adhering to HIPAA regulations
Operate a multi-line telephone system and paging system to facilitate hospital-wide communication
Respond to emergency calls promptly, following established protocols to connect callers with medical staff or activate emergency codes
Participate in regular training and continuing education to stay updated with medical practices, standard of work and to enhance clinical skills
Manage incoming calls to a nurse triage line by collecting accurate information and coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely and appropriate care
Other Job Duties As Assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required with experience in telephonic customer service or physician office preferred
Excellent verbal communication skills and a professional phone demeanor
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality standards
Preferred
Previous experience in customer service, call center or physician office role preferred
Familiarity with telephone systems and basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Knowledge of medical terminology and hospital operations is preferred
Certification in customer service (e.g., Certified Customer Service Professional) or telephone systems operation (e.g. Cisco, Jabber) is highly desirable
Company
McLeod Health
McLeod Health is a hospital network serving.
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