24/7 EMS Dispatcher: Life-Saving Console Role

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Marion (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls in Marion, LA. The role involves confirming locations, collecting patient data, and prioritizing responses using an approved medical dispatch system.

Dispatch and coordinate ambulance resources as needed and provide instructions within current qualifications. Applicants should have a high school diploma, EMS dispatcher certification (where required), CPR certification, and be prepared for

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification may be required before appointment.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.

Responsibilities

• 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls in Marion, LA. The role involves confirming locations, collecting patient data, and prioritizing responses using an approved medical dispatch system.

Dispatch and coordinate ambulance resources as needed and provide instructions within current qualifications. Applicants should have a high school diploma, EMS dispatcher certification (where required), CPR certification, and be prepared for