Emergency Medical Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Call Center

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Ashton (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities are available in Ashton, SD. Dispatchers collect essential patient and incident data, establish response priorities, and support EMS resources per approved protocols.

Roles may include providing caller instructions and coordinating with responders. A high school diploma is required; EMT/Paramedic credentials vary by vacancy, with CPR certification often needed. Ongoing training and certification are possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Current Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification preferred or required by vacancy.
• CPR certification may be required; consult vacancy for specifics.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about the patient’s condition.
• Determine response priority through 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 Equivalent

Tools

EMD Certification

Job description

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities are available in Ashton, SD. Dispatchers collect essential patient and incident data, establish response priorities, and support EMS resources per approved protocols.

Roles may include providing caller instructions and coordinating with responders. A high school diploma is required; EMT/Paramedic credentials vary by vacancy, with CPR certification often needed. Ongoing training and certification are possible.