Switchboard Operator Evening Shift - AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

-          Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One

-          Student Loan Repayment Program

-          Received Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Monday – Friday   

Shift:  Full-Time Evenings 2:30PM – 10:30PM; 40 hours a week  

Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission  

                 9100 West 74th Street, Merriam, KS 66204

The community you’ll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Central Communication Specialist works in a fast-paced, stimulating role which requires good problem solving and multi-tasking skills.  S/he answers internal and external calls in addition to patient call lights and follows through with the appropriate response/action to complete each encounter.  S/he is responsible for emergency and disaster alarms/notifications following outlined procedures ensuring adequate communication to respondents and various departments.  Often the first contact someone in the community has with Shawnee Mission Medical center, s/he must consistently demonstrate and provide excellence in customer service.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

·         Answers switchboard and code phone as well as patient call lights.

·         Notifies appropriate care giver for each patient call

·         Handles house-wide safety procedures and emergency communication in the event of a community crisis

·         Responsible for emergency and disaster alarms/notifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

·         High School Diploma or Equivalent