Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch (EMT required) - Flex or PRN

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 57,595,000 - 80,632,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking a Communication Specialist I for Ambulance Dispatch in our Patient Transport center. EMT certification is required, with BLS-HCP within 3 months of hire.

You will screen calls, prioritize emergencies, and dispatch ground ambulances swiftly to support patient safety. This in-person role schedules trips, uses dispatch software, and protects patient information while coordinating with EMS partners and hospital teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a call center, 911 dispatch center, or EMS provider preferred.
• Certification as EMT-Basic / EMT-Advanced / EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic in Virginia.
• Proficient with keyboarding and Windows; strong multitasking and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Staff ground ambulance dispatch pods and coordinate resources.
• Screen calls, identify emergencies, and dispatch units promptly.
• Determine level of care and transport mode; update arrival times.
• Protect patient information and collaborate with EMS and hospital teams.
• Cancel/reschedule appointments and use dispatch software effectively.

Skills

Call center

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Typing

Windows

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch software

Electronic Medical Records

Phone systems

Job description

## Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch (EMT required) - Flex or PRNApplyremote type: Fully In-Personlocations: Roanoke, Virginiatime type: Variable / Flexposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 4, 2026 (20 days left to apply)job requisition id: R161920## **Employment Status:**Variable / Flex## **Shift:**Variable Hours (United States of America)## **Facility:**2301 Brambleton Ave SW - Roanoke## **Requisition Number:**R161920 Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch (EMT required) - Flex or PRN (Open)# **How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:**The Communication Specialist I works in the call center for Carilion Clinic Patient Transport (CCPT) department. The Communications Specialist is a central link in the safe transfer and transport of patients throughout the region and is one of the first points of contact for patients, prospective patients, discharge planners, insurance companies/brokers, physicians, facilities, 911 dispatch centers, and other Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies with Carilion Clinic. #EMSHeroes**Successful candidate must be certified as an EMT-Basic, EMT-Advance, EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic in the State of Virginia.**The CCPT Communication Specialist I* Maintains proficiency in all CCPT Communications Center Coordinator responsibilities and serves as a resource for the Coordinator's when needed.* Primarily used for staffing the ground ambulance dispatch pods in the Communication Center. Develops and matures professional relationships with the Transfer Center staff to facilitate synergies and communication between departments.* Receives and screens calls in an efficient manner to minimize delays. Identifies and prioritizes emergency calls, routinely dispatching units in less than two minutes from the time of the initial call. Escalates flight requests to the appropriate pod for immediate assistance.* Appropriately determines the level of care required and the mode of transport needed based on CCPT scope of practice for basic life support, advanced life support, and critical care. Anticipates projected patient needs during transport based on clinical condition and history and projected out of hospital time, actively uses this information in the decision-making process as an advocate for quality and patient safety.* Schedules trips and dispatches ground ambulances, using all available tools to identify the closest, most appropriate resource, time-stamps units, monitors ambulance response times, and intervenes with clinical teams to address concerns or delays. Provides updates on arrival time to the requestor when the unit will be more than 10 minutes early or late for a scheduled pick-up.* Demonstrates sustained proficiency in multi-tasking and prioritizing work. Operates specialized computer software and computer systems in a timely and accurate manner. Minimizes delays by direct data entry into the system while the caller is on the line.* Reviews electronic medical records for demographic information, clinical information, or prior transport information to ensure an appropriate match of resources to patient need. Actively works to ensure the protection of private health information during the process.* Cancels and reschedules appointments in the dispatch software program, using attention to detail to ensure the right patient and the right cancellation reason.* Works closely with the lead pod to assist other team members as directed.* Works closely with the lead pod to assist other team members as directed. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in every encounter with patients, peers, leadership, and external parties.# **What We Require:****Education:** High school diploma or equivalent required.**Experience:** Prior experience in a call center, 911 dispatch center, or as an Emergency Medical Services provider required.**Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:** Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services certification required as an Emergency Medical Technician- Basic (EMT-B). American Heart Association Basic Life Support - Health Care Provider (AHA BLS -HCP) required within 3 months of hire.**Other Minimum Qualifications:** Must be proficient with keyboarding/typing and use of software applications, including Windows. Must demonstrate sustained proficiency in multi-tasking and effective communication skills focused on customer service. To learn more about our Communication and Transfer Center, read this article: CCPT Communication and Transfer CenterThis job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.**Compensation Range:**$20.10 - $28.14*Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.***Recruiter:**JAMIE RATLIFF**Recruiter Email:**[e-mail]**For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.**