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TELEPHONE OPERATOR

Middletown, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

... words per minute Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related ... Telephone operator or high call volume management Other experience requirements: Customer service ...

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TELEPHONE OPERATOR

Middletown, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

... words per minute Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related ... Telephone operator or high call volume management Other experience requirements: Customer service ...

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TELEPHONE OPERATOR

Middletown, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

... words per minute Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related ... Telephone operator or high call volume management Other experience requirements: Customer service ...

Holy Name

Switchboard Operator Per Diem

Hackensack, NJ · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Answers telephone calls in a clear and concise manner and provides necessary information in a ... Per Diem) skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors - we believe in the ...

Pencor Services

Telephone Operator

Palmerton, PA · On-site

Salary: $13 per hour Company:Palmerton Telephone 3-day Flex WFH Shifts:Must be willing and able to ... Operator is needed to work a rotating switchboard schedule at the Palmerton Telephone Company.

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Telephone Operator

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

As a Telephone Operator, you are often the first point of contact for patients, families ... Per Diem, as needed, including weekdays and weekend hours. Required Qualifications : Two years of ...

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How much do telephone operator per diem jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for telephone operator per diem in the United States is $17.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Telephone Operator Per Diem vs Telephone Operator?

AspectTelephone Operator Per DiemTelephone Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, hotels, or large organizations; often part-time or temporaryCall centers, offices, or customer service departments; full-time or part-time
Employer UsageUsed for staffing flexibility in healthcare and hospitality sectorsCommon in customer service and communication industries
Comparison FocusPer diem status, flexible schedulingStandard employment status, consistent hours

Telephone Operator Per Diem roles typically offer flexible, temporary staffing in healthcare or hospitality settings, often with on-the-job training. In contrast, Telephone Operators are usually employed full-time or part-time in customer service environments with more consistent schedules. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in employment status and work arrangements.

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Infographic showing various Telephone Operator Per Diem job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 21% Full Time, 73% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,148 per year, or $17.9 per hour.
Hospital Operator - Per Diem

Hospital Operator - Per Diem

Danbury Hospital

Danbury, CT • On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Posted 11 days ago

Danbury Hospital rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

642nd of 998 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
Position at Danbury Hospital
PER DIEM Evenings/Nights. Varying shifts of 3:00pm-9:00pm & 11:00pm-7:00am. Including weekends & holidays.
Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State's largest private employer with over 104,000 employees - including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - who are working to change health care for the better
Summary:
Answers and routes incoming calls to the hospital's main number, emergency lines and patient information lines. Demonstrates service excellence by providing accurate information regarding the Hospital, its patients and staff while ensuring adherence to all Hospital policies and procedures, especially those regarding privacy and confidentiality. Assist in maintaining up-to-date computerized databases and on-call schedules in a timely fashion. Exhibits strong customer service and telephone skills.
Responsibilities:
1. Answers main number and patient information calls in a timely fashion, exhibiting strong customer service skill resulting in service excellence for the caller.
2. Implements code protocols accurately as it is written in the department Policy
And Procedure Manual. Demonstrates clear understanding, knowledge and proficiency in handling emergencies. Responsible for carrying out proper activation procedures using computerized phone and paging systems for life safety codes that occur in either Network location.
3. Maintains up-to-date databases and on-call schedules in order to provide requested information accurately and efficiently.
4. Demonstrates a courteous and friendly manner when assisting callers adhering to the Hospital's policies regarding professionalism and respect. Maintains composure when faced with difficult or stressful situations.
5. Document and maintain code logs in Excel spreadsheets.
6. Participates in establishment and achievement of department goals
7. Demonstrates willingness to assist co-workers and/or to accept additional assignments as requested to support the department's efficiency as observed by the supervisor.
8. Establish and maintain efficient working relationships with supervisor, coworkers and the customers.
9. Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Values.
10. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
11. Performs other duties as required.
12. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Required:
HS Graduate or Equivalent with a minimum of 6 months job related experience. Strong telephone and customer service skills. Data entry. Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
Desired: MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook skills. Telephone switchboard experience.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 249
Department: Telephone Operators
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

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