Emergency Medical Dispatcher — 24/7 Console Operator

County Emergency Communications; Senath (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Senath, MO is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls, confirm locations, gather details, and coordinate EMS resources using agency-approved protocols. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR and EMS certifications may be required or sponsored by the agency. Training is provided, and benefits vary by appointment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required or sponsored.
• Consult vacancy for exact qualifications and accepted certification providers.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Senath, MO is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls, confirm locations, gather details, and coordinate EMS resources using agency-approved protocols. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR and EMS certifications may be required or sponsored by the agency. Training is provided, and benefits vary by appointment.