Emergency Medical Dispatcher – 24/7 Critical Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Readsboro (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Readsboro, VT, offered by Emergency Telecommunicator Services. Dispatchers use an agency-approved system to gather patient and incident details, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources.

A high school diploma is commonly required; CPR certification may be required, and EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal. The role may involve overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime, with comprehensive training provided.

Qualifications

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

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

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Readsboro, VT, offered by Emergency Telecommunicator Services. Dispatchers use an agency-approved system to gather patient and incident details, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources.

A high school diploma is commonly required; CPR certification may be required, and EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal. The role may involve overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime, with comprehensive training provided.