Switchboard Operator, Sr. operates a switchboard or telephone console to route incoming calls and place outgoing calls. Trains and guides other switchboard operators on daily activities. Being a Switchboard Operator, Sr. requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Switchboard Operator, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
General Summary: A non-exempt, clerical position responsible for greeting, assisting, routing incoming telephone calls in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner
Essential Job Responsibilities:
1. Promptly and professionally answers incoming calls and electronic communication, greeting callers, providing information, transferring calls.
2. Offering transfer or redirection of calls as needed for return calls.
3. Routes urgent calls appropriately.
4. May perform clerical duties, such as typing, scheduling appointments.
5. Responds to medical records requests timely.
6. Uploads documents into electronic health records for quality assurance.
7. Answers simple questions and assists with determining direction of where calls should go.
8. Informs supervisor of equipment malfunction.
9. Other duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: 1-3 years' experience in customer service or reception, preferably in a health care environment. Must have customer service experience.
Other Requirements: The employee is expected to protect the privacy of all patient/client information in accordance with Wright State Physicians privacy policies, procedures and practices as required by Federal (and State) law and in accordance with general principles of professionalism as a health care provider.
Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent full-time benefits, including Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, PTO, Tuition Remission with Wright State University and a generous 7.5% company contribution to employee 401(a).