Position Details

Job Number:

JR01593

Department:

Telecommunications and Information Desk

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type:

Regular, Part time

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Union:

CUPE Local 786

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$29.52 - $32.08

Schedule

Work Days:

Holidays, Monday to Sunday, Weekends

Time of Day:

Afternoons, Days, Evenings, Nights

Shift:

Hours - 4, Hours - 7.5, Various Rotating

Shift Start: (If applicable)

AM 07:00, AM 08:00, AM 09:00, AM 10:00, PM 13:00, PM 15:00, PM 17:00, PM 23:00

Reason for Posting:

Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-08-11

Closing Date:

2026-08-18

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Telecommunications Department a vital service operates 24-7 providing essential communication links in a timely professional and productive manner to both internal and external clients through switchboard and paging services in accordance with departmental and hospital procedures. The Telecommunicators process calls and pages; initiate/respond to codes; dispatch security and porters; monitor fire panels gas and building alarms and security systems; distribute pagers keys and on-call rooms; process incoming telephone trouble calls; support information desk inquires; maintain daily schedule rosters for all on-call disciplines and other clerical duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Grade 12 education or equivalent required
- Minimum of 6 months related experience working in a switchboard preferably in a healthcare setting
- Proven knowledge of switchboard and locating tools and processes
- Knowledge and skills using computers including Windows based systems at a intermediate level: MS Office (Outlook Word Excel) internet and intranet searches




- Proficiency in keyboarding typing 35 wpm (subject to testing)
- Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process
- Knowledge and familiarity with hospital terminology services personnel and processes is preferred
- Emergency Responders course would be considered a strong asset
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with proven success in assisting others in a team environment
- Comfortable using a Public Address system (making overhead announcements with clear pronunciation)
- Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced workplace and prioritize tasks appropriately
- Proven strong work performance and attendance record are essential
- Ability to maintain composure while performing multiple tasks

Responsibilities:

- Maintains confidentiality and release of information in accordance with hospital policy at all times
- Answer main hospital internal and external telephone lines and emergency lines
- Efficiently process calls in an accurate and courteous manner
- Answer inquiries of callers in accordance with hospital policy giving accurate information or referring calls using a PC based directory and paging system
- Maintains a positive image of the Hospital in telephone and personal communication with patients vendors staff visitors and external callers
- Operates paging equipment: pagers overhead announcements for routine and emergency requests according to department and hospital policies and procedures




- Page healthcare providers and key hospital personnel as per hospital policy in a timely manner
- Monitors fire panels gas and building alarms and security systems
- Supports directing and responding to inquiries at the Information Desk
- Maintains accurate documentation and record of daily activities
- Update on-call schedules used for locating hospital staff
- Performs all duties related to connecting and disconnecting patient phone service as required
- Helps staff members regarding voicemail and telephone features teleconferencing processing incoming trouble calls
- Distributing keys and pagers and assigning on-call rooms to authorized staff
- Performs equipment testing exercises and assists with fire drills and fire bell testing reporting malfunctions accordingly
- Participates in the orientation and training of new employees
- Reviews and commits to applicable departmental and hospital policies and procedures
- Performing basic clerical functions for department as needed monitors On-Call Schedule Inbox
- Provides administrative support for departmental activities and other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values .

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).

📌 Telecommunicator (Canada)
🏢 St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Canada