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Switchboard Operator

Prime Healthcare
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026
Location US-IL-Chicago ID 2026-270894 Category Admin Position Type Full Time Shift Nights Job Type Non-Exempt

Overview

Department: Communications

Schedule: Full-time - Nights, 11p-7:30a with alternating weekends and some holidays

Facility: Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital

Location: Chicago, IL

Responsibilities

The Switchboard Operator / Receptionist is responsible for answering the switchboard and pages overhead, greets and directs people to the appropriate departments. The Switchboard Operator monitors the Hospital alarms and must be aware of the policy and procedures of all hospital emergency codes. Ability to communicate with population served.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

2. Previous Operator experience preferred.

3. Previous experience in office or receptionist.

4. Effective written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.

5. Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.

6. Analytical and problem-solving skills.

7. Customer Services experience preferred.

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.05 to $24.05. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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