24/7 Emergency Medical Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Callery (PA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers in Callery, PA. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, gathering location data, and coordinating EMS resources in accordance with approved protocols.

Responsibilities include assessing patient condition, prioritizing responses, and providing instructions to callers while maintaining documentation and quality reviews. Training and background screening are typical prerequisites for appointment.

Formación

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification may be required.
• EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements; consult the vacancy for exact qualifications.

Responsabilidades

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm the patient’s location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about the patient’s condition.
• Determine response priority through the authorized medical dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when included in the assignment.
• Provide protocol-based instructions within current qualifications.
• Relay patient information and scene hazards to responding personnel.
• Document call processing and participate in quality-review activities.

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

CPR Certification

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers in Callery, PA. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, gathering location data, and coordinating EMS resources in accordance with approved protocols.

Responsibilities include assessing patient condition, prioritizing responses, and providing instructions to callers while maintaining documentation and quality reviews. Training and background screening are typical prerequisites for appointment.