Telephonist/Switchboard Operator (Shift Work)

Posted 26 November 2024
LocationCounty Kildare
Job type Contract/temporary
Discipline Public Sector
Reference11230-M
Contact NameLisa Egan

Job description

What you need to know

My client in the healthcare sector, based in Naas, Co. Kildare is looking to recruit an experienced Telephonist/Switchboard Operator for their department that operates on a 24/7 basis.

This role will be shift work – days/night/weekends.

You must be available and flexible to the working schedule.

***Every 8 weeks you will be required to work 7 full nights (12 hour shifts)****

This contract will be for an initial 6 months.

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Key duties & responsibilities:

  • Operate & manage switchboard

  • Transferring of calls

  • Telephone queries

  • Update and maintain “ON CALL” lists

  • Record information

  • Data entry

  • Duties and clerical administration to support the department

What are we looking for?

  • Previous experience working as a Telephonist/Switchboard Operator in a fast-paced environment - essential

  • Strong IT/computer skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment

  • Must be fluent in written & oral English

Apply for this job now or get in touch with Lisa Egan on lisae@matrixrecruitment.ie

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