What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUSINESS OFFICE - PHONE OPERATOR/PBX position at Mountain View Hospital?
Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Health Equity Quality Coordinator to join our team!
Job Summary
The Phone Operator/PBX courteously answers the phone by greeting the caller, identifying the clinic and self, and then directing calls to the appropriate recipient. Directs patients and their guests with appropriate information and does so in a courteous and professional manner. Maintains confidential interactions with patients and their guests. Responds to emergency situations appropriately and according to training.
Benefits
Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:
Duties And Responsibilities
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications
Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent. Current BLS certification including training on defibrillators and renewal as required.
Experience: No experience in phone operations required. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well with others, maintain a positive attitude and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally required.
Equipment/Technology: Business machines operation required and proficient in MS Office and Excel. Has the ability to learn complex phone systems and hospital information system.
Language/Communication: Must be a great listener and have the ability to communicate expertly and appropriately in English with a diverse group of people.
Job Summary
The Phone Operator/PBX courteously answers the phone by greeting the caller, identifying the clinic and self, and then directing calls to the appropriate recipient. Directs patients and their guests with appropriate information and does so in a courteous and professional manner. Maintains confidential interactions with patients and their guests. Responds to emergency situations appropriately and according to training.
Benefits
Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
- Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
Duties And Responsibilities
- 1. Answer single or multiple incoming/outgoing calls and route accordingly on a complex phone system by:
- Greeting callers with an appropriate salutation in a confident, unhurried and cheerful tone.
- Identifying the hospital.
- Identifying self.
- Asking questions to determine a caller’s needs such as “How can I help you?” or “What can I do for you?”
- Does not use questions such as “Can I help you?” or “What do you need?”
- Routes calls to the appropriate person or department.
- Understands and applies, as directed, regulations related to the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA).
- Return calls as necessary and effectively.
- Leaves clear and informative voicemail messages.
- Communicates general information to appropriate personnel, patients or guests.
- Maintains an organized workspace and functions well during stressful periods or situations.
- Treats all persons with respect and dignity, including but not limited to: patients, families, guests, vendors, physicians, employees, etc.
- Ensures patient records or other patient information is kept confidential.
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications
Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent. Current BLS certification including training on defibrillators and renewal as required.
Experience: No experience in phone operations required. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well with others, maintain a positive attitude and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally required.
Equipment/Technology: Business machines operation required and proficient in MS Office and Excel. Has the ability to learn complex phone systems and hospital information system.
Language/Communication: Must be a great listener and have the ability to communicate expertly and appropriately in English with a diverse group of people.