UPMC Chautauqua is hiring a casual Telephone Operator - qualified candidates will possess strong communication and clinical coordination skills. This position is staffed 24/7/365.

Purpose:
Under direct supervision, serves as the main point of contact with the public and with all hospital departments in routine as well as emergency situations.

Responsibilities:

+ May train new operators.
+ May be required to do system data entry on request.
+ Provide service to multiple answering service clients utilizing individualized protocols.
+ Process appropriate emergency code or STAT page.
+ Initiate voice pages when required.
+ Provide Physician on call information to requesting individuals.
+ Use required phrasing at all times when answering telephone calls.
+ Provide dialing instructions to patients when requested. Answer multiple lines while maintaining good customer service.
+ Determine callers requirements (extension desired, informatio...