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Telephone Operator

US Oncology Inc., Vancouver, WA, United States


It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It’s much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for every one of our patients.
We’re hiring a

Telephone Operator

who will work out of our Central Business Office in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you’ll support our clinics by serving as the first point of contact for our patients. While prior experience with a switchboard, receptionist duties, or administrative work is a plus, what matters most is your commitment to caring for patients and delivering exceptional customer service. At Compass, we do important work every day - and we’d love for you to be part of our team.
Scope:

Under direct supervision, is responsible for providing a full range of telephone switchboard duties, including triaging calls and relaying messages. Assists with clerical duties as required. Serves as a liaison between patients and medical staff. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Employment Type:

Full-Time, 40 Hours M-F
Location:

Central Business Office supporting our East Cancer Clinic (Vancouver, WA)
Salary Range:

$17.40-$25.22 Per Hour
Final offer amounts are determined by a review of the candidate’s applicable experience and qualifications, as well as, internal employee equity considerations.
Responsibilities

Courteously and efficiently answer all incoming calls and connect callers with the correct extension.
Takes and relays messages in an accurate and timely manner.
Responds to emergency and urgent calls from patients in a timely manner. Directs callers immediately to clinical staff as necessary.
Performs operator functions including triaging calls; connecting and transferring calls; setting up conference calls; instructing users on telephone procedures; and reporting telephone and equipment malfunctions to the appropriate party.
Provides a pleasant and helpful phone contact for callers.
Responsible for opening and closing the switchboard.
Responsible for the in‑house paging system.
Performs clerical duties as assigned to maintain workflow in the department.
Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience/Training:

Position is entry level and requires (0-3) years of related experience, preferably in a medical setting.
Benefits

Compass Oncology offers a full suite of competitive benefits that support your health, financial wellness, and personal well‑being. The benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital, and Legal Plans
PTO and Holiday Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
EAP
Perks
For more details: Compass Employee Benefits
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work may require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, operate a calculator, telephone, copier and other such office equipment. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for prolonged periods of time.
The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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