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The Pagerbox at UCSF!

The Pagerbox is a messaging system used by UCSF faculty, staff, and students to receive and respond to urgent messages, often related to patient care or other critical situations. Here's a brief overview:

What is Pagerbox?

Pagerbox is a secure, web-based messaging system that allows users to receive and respond to messages, including text messages, emails, and phone calls. It's designed to provide a reliable and efficient way to communicate with colleagues, patients, and other stakeholders in a timely and secure manner.

How does Pagerbox work?

  1. Registration: To use Pagerbox, you need to register for an account. You can do this by visiting the Pagerbox website and following the registration instructions.
  2. Login: Once registered, you can log in to your Pagerbox account using your UCSF credentials (e.g., your email address and password).
  3. Message reception: Pagerbox receives messages from various sources, including:
    • Text messages (SMS) sent to your Pagerbox phone number.
    • Emails sent to your Pagerbox email address.
    • Phone calls received at your Pagerbox phone number.
  4. Message management: You can view, respond to, and manage your messages through the Pagerbox web interface or mobile app.
  5. Security: Pagerbox uses secure protocols to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your messages.

Tips and best practices

  1. Keep your Pagerbox account up to date: Regularly check your Pagerbox account for new messages and respond promptly to ensure timely communication.
  2. Use a secure phone number: Make sure your Pagerbox phone number is secure and not publicly available to prevent unauthorized access.
  3. Set your notification preferences: Customize your notification settings to receive messages in a way that works best for you.
  4. Use the Pagerbox mobile app: The Pagerbox mobile app allows you to receive and respond to messages on-the-go.

Additional resources

If you have any questions or issues with Pagerbox, feel free to reach out to the UCSF IT support team or consult the Pagerbox user guide.