911 EMS Dispatcher PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare is seeking an 911 EMS Dispatcher to answer emergency and non-emergency calls, gather critical information, provide pre-arrival medical instructions, and dispatch EMS resources. The role requires calm decision making and excellent communication skills in a fast-paced setting.

The position may require completion of an Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification within one year of hire and may prefer candidates with EMS/healthcare experience and/or an Associate Degree.

Qualifications

• EMD certificate within one year of hire is required.
• One year EMS or healthcare experience is desirable.
• Associate Degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls and gather essential information.
• Provide pre-arrival medical instructions and dispatch EMS resources.
• Operate in a fast-paced, high-stress environment with calm decision making.

Education

EMD certificate

Associate Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

The 911 EMS Dispatcher (also called an Emergency Medical Dispatcher or Telecommunicator) is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls, gathering critical information, providing pre arrival medical instructions, and dispatching EMS resources. This role requires calm decision making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment.

Responsibilities

The 911 EMS Dispatcher (also called an Emergency Medical Dispatcher or Telecommunicator) is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls, gathering critical information, providing pre arrival medical instructions, and dispatching EMS resources. This role requires calm decision making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certificate or able to obtain within one year of hire.

Desired

• One year previous EMS or healthcare experience
• Associate Degree