Telecommunications Operator

Job Description:

Operates a multi-line switchboard answering telephone calls coming into multiple Essentia Health facilities, gathering information and directing calls accordingly. Responsible for paging/messaging providers and staff, facilitating patient communication with Nurse Care Line. May facilitate communication during emergency situations as the first point of contact during an emergency. Makes changes when necessary to online provider on-call calendars. May be responsible for maintaining hospitalist rotation to ensure new admits/postings are assigned appropriately. Provides information to, and maintains relationship with, external and internal customers to provide coordinated services with an emphasis on excellent customer service.