Emergency Medical Dispatcher - 24/7 Call Center

911 Emergency Communications; Basehor (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Basehor, Kansas seeks experienced Emergency Medical Dispatchers to gather incident details, determine response priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources using approved protocols.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR certification may be required, and EMT/paramedic credentials vary by vacancy. Roles involve extended console work and shift work, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness or injury and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about the patient’s condition.
• Determine response priority using the medical dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources as assigned.
• Provide protocol-based instructions within current qualifications.
• Relay patient information and scene hazards to responders.
• Document call processing and participate in quality-review activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Basehor, Kansas seeks experienced Emergency Medical Dispatchers to gather incident details, determine response priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources using approved protocols.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR certification may be required, and EMT/paramedic credentials vary by vacancy. Roles involve extended console work and shift work, including nights and weekends.