Emergency Dispatch Specialist: Fast-Paced 911 & Transport

Lifecare Medical Services Inc; Dover (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifecare Medical Services Inc. seeks an experienced dispatcher to operate communications equipment, receive emergency calls, and coordinate rapid dispatch of personnel and equipment to scenes via radio and electronic means.

The role includes scheduling non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions, gathering necessary information for insurance or payment processing, and maintaining proficiency in computer aided dispatch while handling high-volume calls in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain CPR for the professional Rescuer (AHA or equivalent).
• EMT, medical terminology or similar medical background preferred.
• Must attend communications staff meetings as requested.

Responsibilities

• Operates communication equipment to receive incoming calls for assistance and dispatches personnel and equipment to scene of emergency via radio or other electronic means.
• Scheduling of numerous non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions.
• Obtains appropriate information to facilitate insurance or payment processes.
• Must be able to multi-task.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Keyboarding

Communication skills

Emergency dispatch

Education

CPR for professional Rescuer

EMT or medical terminology background

Tools

CAD software

Radio communications

Job description

Lifecare Medical Services Inc. seeks an experienced dispatcher to operate communications equipment, receive emergency calls, and coordinate rapid dispatch of personnel and equipment to scenes via radio and electronic means.

The role includes scheduling non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions, gathering necessary information for insurance or payment processing, and maintaining proficiency in computer aided dispatch while handling high-volume calls in a fast-paced setting.