Emergency Medical Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Dispatch

County Emergency Communications; Kimball Township (SD); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Kimball, SD is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role involves protocol-based instructions and maintaining clear communication with responders and patients.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification may be required, and EMT/paramedic credentials are not universally required.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Kimball, SD is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role involves protocol-based instructions and maintaining clear communication with responders and patients.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification may be required, and EMT/paramedic credentials are not universally required.