Switchboard Operator Job Description

Telephonists, or switchboard operators, answer and connect calls and take messages.

Switchboard Operator Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Switchboard Operator to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Call Emergency, Medical and Security Codes overhead and send text mass notifications out;
  • Operates paging systems to locate individuals or signal an emergency;
  • Operating the switchboard to connect in coming calls.

Requirements:

  • Flexability with scheduling;
  • Excellent verbal communication skills;
  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • Computer and/or prior switchboard experience in a hospital or similar setting, strongly preferred.