The Communications Center Rep I, with the use of a computer integrated telephone system, is responsible for the centralized processing of internal and external phone calls routed into the organization's switchboard. The general public is provided patient information and general information in regards to all aspects of services provided within the multi-site WakeMed healthcare system. Physician calls are given priority to ensure communication to promote the coordinated care of patients. Internal hospital staff is provided assistance with all types of call processing including, call transfers, conference calls and international dialing. Assistance is provided with page messaging and the contacting of on call staff and physicians during after-hours for inpatients and current patients of WakeMed's primary care and specialty practices. Responsible for the activation of emergency response teams for the various in-house medical emergency events and environment of care events. Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And College Courses Medical Terminology Preferred Experience
3 Years Customer Service Required - And/Or 3 Years Call Center/Contact Center Preferred - And/Or 3 Years Direct Position Experience In Multi-Line Telephones And Visitor Services Or Equivalent Preferred
At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, we are guided by a simple – yet powerful mission: to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding and compassionate care to all.To deliver on this mission, WakeMed employs the “best minds and the biggest hearts” in the business. Our team includes over 8,500 experienced registered nurses, technologists, medical professionals, support staff, and a medical staff of more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practice providers who are dedicated to putting patients first.When it comes to culture and benefits, we recognize that when we take good care of our employees, our employees can take even better care of our patients. We proudly offer competitive salaries that reflect background, experience and special skills. Our benefits programs are designed to give you and your family the support you need for today while planning for a successful tomorrow. We promote diversity in the ...workplace, provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants, and we participate in E-verify.We think it’s pretty simple – we care for our employees and our employees care for the community.