Communication Specialist-Per Diem-Evening

Overview:

Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.”

Come join our Amazing team here at Hackensack Meridian Health! We offer Scheduling Flexibility, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more!!!

The Communication Specialist performs a variety of tasks in conjunction with the overall operation of the console, paging systems, radios and codes.

Responsibilities:

• Receives and advances all incoming and outgoing calls with a cooperative, pleasant and professional attitude while maintaining strict standards of confidentiality.
• Responsible for 'emergency 6 phone' and instruction for emergency calls over the paging system; keeps all records of emergencies.
• Radio with Security home base; keeps all records of emergencies when handling calls for Security.
• Operates paging system upon request for overhead on-ground and off-ground.
• Keeps all console log books and manuals updated.
• Cross trained to assist in the responsibilities of the mailroom as needed
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Minimum of one year reception desk experience in a medical facility.