Emergency Medical Dispatcher 24/7 Critical Response

County Emergency Communications; Essie (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Essie, KY seeks experienced Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join our busy operations center. You will handle high-priority medical calls, confirm locations, gather critical details, and coordinate ambulance resources according to established dispatch protocols.

The role requires strong communication, composure under pressure, and accurate documentation. We offer ongoing training, CPR certification support, and opportunities for certification advancement within

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; consult 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 coordiante 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

CPR certification

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Essie, KY seeks experienced Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join our busy operations center. You will handle high-priority medical calls, confirm locations, gather critical details, and coordinate ambulance resources according to established dispatch protocols.

The role requires strong communication, composure under pressure, and accurate documentation. We offer ongoing training, CPR certification support, and opportunities for certification advancement within