Switchboard Operator (XN02)
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
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Job summary
The Switchboard Service is the core of Leeds Teaching Hospitals, which include Leeds General Infirmary, St James University Hospital, Wharfdale, Chapel Allerton and Seacroft. We receive approx. 20.000 calls per week.
We recently made great changes in Switchboard and use a computer-based platform call Liberty Converse provided by Netcall.
The Switchboard Service is a 24/7 service
The Switchboard Service is located within the LGI
Expected Shortlisting Date
26/03/2025
Planned Interview Date
09/04/2025
Main duties of the job
The Priority of the service is to follow the Leeds Way Values and behaviours and aim to get the caller to the right place at the right time.
A crucial part of the service is supporting the emergency procedures for the Hospitals which include:
Crash Calls- delivering the appropriate message to the Crash team to help save patients life.
Fire Calls- if a fire alarm is activated within the hospital, Switchboard are responsible for ringing the fire brigade and liaising with appropriate emergency teams to make sure the fire is dealt with asap.
Major Incidents, if a major incident happens and the Hospital is needed the Switchboard implement the MAJAX procedure pulling a specialist team to support the incident.
The calls are so varied and often need a string resilient attitude to work under pressure or acute situations.
Overview of your organisation
THE LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work.
We are committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. We will always be patient-centred, fair, collaborative, accountable and empower our patients and colleagues. The best for patient safety, quality and experience.
About us
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
The jobholder will place a high value on the quality of service by ensuring that all documentation is received, checked and processed appropriately, in line with departmental procedures
Respect the contribution of all members within the team/department and the importance of working together to ensure a high standard of patient care
Recognise the importance of Data Protection and confidentiality
Be aware of what information can be disclosed to staff, patients and
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Date posted
06 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-OPD-0066
Job locations
Leeds General Infirmary
Great George Street
Leeds
LS1 3EX
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Leeds General Infirmary
Great George Street
Leeds
LS1 3EX
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)









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