Emergency Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

Starksummit; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Summit Ambulance in Ohio is seeking a communications dispatcher to operate equipment, receive emergency calls, and dispatch personnel and equipment to scenes by radio or digital means. You will also schedule non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions and handle information for insurance or payment processes.

The role requires fast-paced multitasking, proficiency with CAD, map searches, and CPR certification; EMT or medical terminology background preferred and

Qualifications

• CPR certification required and maintained.
• EMT or medical terminology background preferred.
• Must attend communications staff meetings as requested.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming calls for assistance and dispatch personnel and equipment to scene via radio or electronic means.
• Schedule numerous non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions.
• Obtain information to facilitate insurance or payment processes.
• Operate CAD and map street searches; perform filing and related clerical tasks.
• Must multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Emergency dispatch

Radio communications

Keyboard/ CAD

Education

CPR certification (professional rescuer)

EMT or medical terminology background preferred

Tools

Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)

Map street search

Job description

Stark Summit Ambulance in Ohio is seeking a communications dispatcher to operate equipment, receive emergency calls, and dispatch personnel and equipment to scenes by radio or digital means. You will also schedule non-emergency transports for ambulance and wheelchair divisions and handle information for insurance or payment processes.

The role requires fast-paced multitasking, proficiency with CAD, map searches, and CPR certification; EMT or medical terminology background preferred and