Emergency Medical Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications

Lancaster (KY)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Garrard, KY is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, confirm details, and coordinate response priorities. You will provide protocol-based instructions and relay critical information to responders while maintaining documentation and quality reviews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma; CPR may be required. Certification requirements vary by vacancy, with some sponsorship for training and potential EMT/paramedic

Qualifications

High school diploma or recognized equivalent; sponsored training may be provided.
CPR certification may be required.
EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements; consult the vacancy for 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Applicants should have a high school diploma; CPR may be required. Certification requirements vary by vacancy, with some sponsorship for training and potential EMT/paramedic

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