Emergency Medical Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Lake Sinai Township (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to support urgent medical requests in Sinai, SD. You will gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources while following approved protocols. Training and shifts may vary, with non-stop dispatch operations and potential overtime.

Qualifications emphasize a high school diploma, CPR certification, and specific vacancy requirements. Prior certification requirements and sponsored training may apply.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.
• EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements for this role; consult the vacancy for the exact qualifications.

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.

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to support urgent medical requests in Sinai, SD. You will gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources while following approved protocols. Training and shifts may vary, with non-stop dispatch operations and potential overtime.

Qualifications emphasize a high school diploma, CPR certification, and specific vacancy requirements. Prior certification requirements and sponsored training may apply.