Emergency Medical Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Calls

County Emergency Communications; Tioga (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Tioga, WV is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to collect patient data, determine response priorities, and coordinate EMS resources using approved protocols. This role supports continuous operations, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR certification is needed, while EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification is required; EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements.

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 equivalent

CPR certification

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Tioga, WV is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to collect patient data, determine response priorities, and coordinate EMS resources using approved protocols. This role supports continuous operations, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; CPR certification is needed, while EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal.