Support Operator - Associate

Overview

Job Summary

Responds to incoming calls, codes, alarms, and pages and contacts the appropriate personnel as indicated by the situation.

Essential Functions

• Answers incoming calls in a busy call center environment.
• Performs basic call processing functions by meeting monitoring expectations, and successful completion of all training evaluations.
• Access pertinent information using Xtend Communications windows based software with, or without ACD integration.
• Responds to alarms, pages, messages, and codes and contacts personnel through beeper paging, intercom announcements, and phone calls as indicated by the situation.
• Problem-solves and handle stressful situations.
• Issues patient phone numbers, conditions, or general information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Assists in maintaining logbooks and other documents and forms.

Physical Requirements

Works in a fast paced call center environment with constant telephone ringing and distractions. Works in a sitting position must of day. This position requires high degree of proficiency in verbal and written communications. Must be able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as required. Must be available for occasional callback support. Must be able to handle multiple lines, type, reach, read various prints and alarm panels at a distance of two to three feet, and work through loud noises.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation
 

Base Pay: $18.50-$27.75 hourly

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

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Education, Experience and Certifications
 

High School Diploma or GED required. Previous experience with phone work or customer service is preferred. There is a multi-week training program for main number answering, and to learn operation of the paging function and emergency code and alarm handling.