Switchboard Operator

Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada

Job Description

The Switchboard Operator is responsible for responding to incoming and outgoing calls and requests for non-technical information. The Switchboard Operator directs calls to appropriate areas of the facilities. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 2111 Collective Agreement.


Classification: Switchboard Operator Union: COV CUPE 2111 Unit and Program: Health Information Management/ Switchboard Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 17-NOV-2025 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 07-DEC-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $23.52 Maximum Salary: $28.60 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or recognized equivalent required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Six months recent related Switchboard experience required. Emergency Communications Certificate is an asset. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook and Excel) required. Experience in a hospital environment preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Ability to respond in a direct, calm and professional manner to emergency and stressful situations including but not limited to Emergency Code Condition calls, medical emergency calls and fire alarm calls. Excellent listening and comprehension skills. Attention to detail while processing large volumes of work.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of other hospital-use computer software (i.e. ESP, DataPulse, Epic - Connect Care) an asset. Working knowledge of medical terminology, with a medical terminology course, preferred. Broad knowledge of organizational interdependencies. Ability to work effectively and independently within timelines and with frequent interruptions. Must be able to maintain customer focus while performing duties. Must be able to recognize and strictly maintain confidential information.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3095744
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned