Switchboard Operator Jobs in New York
A Switchboard Operator plays a vital role in facilitating effective communication within an organization. They are chiefly responsible for handling incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or individuals. Their tasks may also extend to maintaining phone system performance, recording and relaying messages, and sometimes performing administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.
Switchboard Operators should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they often serve as the first point of contact for clients or visitors. They should also have good organizational abilities and be familiar with computer and telephone systems. A high school diploma or its equivalent is typically required, but a certification in office administration or a related field may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Switchboard Operator, one could hold roles such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant which would provide relevant experience in handling calls and performing administrative tasks.

- Three Village Veterinary Hospital
- Stony Brook, NY
- 7 days ago
- Three Village Veterinary Hospital
- Stony Brook, NY
- 7 days ago
Three Village Veterinary Hospital is hiring part-time (approximately 10-15 hours per week) reception staff for our small, privately owned, local animal hospital in Stony Brook, NY. Our...

Veterinary Receptionist/Assistant
- Inwood Animal Clinic
- New York, NY
- 7 days ago
- Inwood Animal Clinic
- New York, NY
- 7 days ago
Company Description At Inwood Animal Clinic, we specialize in quality veterinary care for pets of all ages. We are available to address any potential issues, so our patients will enjoy a lifetime...

- Companion Pet Hospital
- Fishkill, NY
- 14 days ago
- Companion Pet Hospital
- Fishkill, NY
- 14 days ago
Company Description Companion Pet Hospital is thrilled to offer world-class service to companion animals while continually expanding our knowledge and skillsets. Our hospital has been...
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the...
Overview Patient Services Representative Job Location: 158 Broadway Brooklyn, NY (Brooklyn; outpatient clinic) Job Type: Full-Time (Monday through Friday; 40 hours per week. Will further discuss...
Overview The Front Desk Coordinator will support Front Desk staff. Responsibilities include: Scheduling staff, Greeting patients and visitors in a professional, polite, courteous manner and...
Job Purpose Manage the receptionist role at the entrance and coordinate security responsibilities. Responsibilities Greets visitors, investigates visitor clearance, issues temporary badges to...
Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....
Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....
JOB TITLE: Appointment Coordinator - Neuroscience DEPARTMENT: Neuroscience LOCATION: Rochester Regional Health Riedman Campus, 100 Kings Highway HOURS PER WEEK : 40 SCHEDULE: Monday through...
Remote WorkJOB TITLE: Switchboard Operator DEPARTMENT: Operations LOCATION: Unity Hospital - 1555 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14626 HOURS PER WEEK : Part Time SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 4:00PM - 10:00PM SUMMARY...
Personal Injury Firm is looking for Legal Secretary/Receptionist
- Long Island City, NY
- 7 hours ago
- Long Island City, NY
- 7 hours ago
Personal Injury law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Bilingual Legal Secretary/Receptionist Spanish Speaking Only Law Office experience a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills...
Giant Big Apple Beer Distributor Ltd. We are a New York based wholesale beer & beverage distributor. For over 30 years, we have been providing beverage distribution services to retail businesses...
Compensation Type Hourly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! ****MUST HAVE 2 YEARS MINIMUM SALON OR SPA EXPERIENCE*** DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE PREVIOUS SALON OR SPA WORKING EXPERIENCE Angelo David salon, A prestigious Midtown...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Switchboard Operator position
- Asset Protection
- Clerical Support
- Private Branch Exchange
- Ged
- Switchboard Operation
- First In, First Out
- Patient Registration
- Sorting
- Payment Processing
- Front Office
- Faxing
- Associates
- Insurance Verification
- Scheduling Appointments
- Courteous
- 10 Key
- Discretion
- Business Correspondence
- General Office Duties
- Reception
- Administrative Skills
- Office Management
- Wellness
- Claims
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Merchandising
- Reading
- Reimbursement
- Customer Satisfaction
- Scanning
- Referrals
- Telephone Skills
- Math
- Typing
- High School Diploma
- Retail
- Friendliness
- Written Communication
- Filing
- Data Entry
- Events
- Education Experience
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office
- English
- Policy Development
- Sales
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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