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Call Center Representative - Telecom

SSM Health · IL · $15.63–$23.45 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped someone who was angry on the phone.

What they are checking: Whether they stay patient and warm under pressure, since they are often the first voice people hear.

This role averages about 16 hours a month across days, nights, weekends and holidays. How does that fit for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can be available for irregular PRN shifts the hospital needs covered.

How do you keep your voice friendly on your hundredth call of the night?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep the same welcoming tone over long shifts.

What would you do

A caller is upset and can't explain what they need. How do you figure out where to send them?

What they are checking: Whether they can ask calm, clear questions and route the call correctly the first time.

A caller says someone is having trouble breathing. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize an emergency and follow protocol, such as directing to 911, without delay.

A caller asks about a patient's condition. What can you share?

What they are checking: Whether they protect patient privacy under HIPAA and know how to redirect politely.

You transfer a call to the wrong department by mistake. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they own small mistakes and follow up so the caller isn't left stranded.

About the work

How do you handle several lines ringing at once?

What they are checking: Whether they can triage calls quickly and keep each caller from feeling ignored.

In a hospital, the operators may handle overhead codes and pages. How would you stay accurate when announcing an emergency code?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that wrong locations or codes in an emergency can cost lives.

How do you learn a new phone system or directory quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they pick up tools and department lists fast, since PRN staff work less often.

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The full job description

As published by SSM Health.

It's more than a career, it's a calling. IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mount Vernon Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you’ll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. Serves as a welcoming first point of contact, skillfully managing incoming calls and thoughtfully assessing inquiries to ensure each concern is directed to the right department. Department: Call Center Schedule: Part-time, variable shifts and days to include days, nights, weekends and holidays. The role averages approximately 16 hours per month. Apply today. SSM Health – We bring out the incredible in you, everyday Pay Range: $15.63 - $23.45 Pay Rate Type: Hourly SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Job Summary: Answers incoming calls and performs triage of inquiries. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Responds to telephone and/or Internet inquiries from customers seeking information and/or resources following a set standard. • Collects relevant caller data to assist with measurement, tracking and reporting activities. • Track inquires, questions and answers and provide resolution. • May perform clerical or administrative duties. • Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION • High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE • No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. • Frequent keyboard use/data entry. • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. • Rare climbing. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS • None Department: 8651000046 Switchboard Work Shift: Variable Shift (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more.

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