Emergency Medical Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Care Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Erie (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Erie, KS seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher. The role involves receiving medical emergency calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols. Training and certification requirements vary by vacancy.

Dispatchers may work extended shifts, including overnights, weekends, or holidays, with possible overtime. CPR certifications and additional coursework may be required, and EMT or paramedic credentials are not

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.

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

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Erie, KS seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher. The role involves receiving medical emergency calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols. Training and certification requirements vary by vacancy.

Dispatchers may work extended shifts, including overnights, weekends, or holidays, with possible overtime. CPR certifications and additional coursework may be required, and EMT or paramedic credentials are not