What is a long lines operator and how to become one

Key steps to become a long lines operator

1. Explore long lines operator education requirements

   Most common long lines operator degrees

   High School Diploma

   45.2 %

   Bachelor's

   20.4 %

   Associate

   17.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific long lines operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Emergency Calls	25.25%
   Customer Service	24.12%
   Long-Distance Calls	17.47%
   Inbound Calls	9.28%
   Directory Assistance	6.38%

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3. Complete relevant long lines operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New long lines operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a long lines operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real long lines operator resumes.

4. Research long lines operator duties and responsibilities

   • Input patients personal information into a database, then contact physicians to give patient information.
   • Operate switchboard and computerize system to assist customers
   • Plug in headphones when signal light flashes on cord switchboard, or push switch keys on cordless switchboard to make connections.

5. Apply for long lines operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a long lines operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams