The Telecommunications Center Assistant establishes and maintains good customer relations with the general public, potential clients, caregivers and fellow employees of the VCU Medical Center. This will include but is not limited to Patient Information, Physician Information, Clinic and Medical Center Information, Paging/Beeper Information and other related services. This position demonstrates compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, including JCAHO standards and VCUHS policies and procedures. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of one (1) year of clerical work experience Previous experience with a variety of software applications including work processing, spreadsheets, database, e-mail, etc. Experience PREFERRED: Previous experience preferably in a very active Call Center environment Previous experience using medical terminology Education/training REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: Completion of some college course work IDX or similar scheduling system training Independent action(s) required: Answers incoming phone lines and routes calls appropriately. Pages physicians and other VCUHS employees. Announces all emergency codes and makes appropriate related telephone calls. Reports problems alerted by control panels such as fire, etc. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: All assistants may be required to work some shift rotations or overtime to maintain staffing requirements and service levels. Assistants may be required to work every other weekend and scheduled holiday hours depending on work location and operational needs. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Repetitive motion Other: Keyboarding Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change Compensation Range $15.30 - $22.95 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. Rotating EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran