Emergency Medical Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Response

County Emergency Communications; Rochelle (IL); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Zusammenfassung

County Emergency Communications in Rochelle, IL seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join a dynamic team. You will handle high‑stress calls, verify locations, and coordinate EMS resources per approved protocols.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification is common, EMT/paramedic credentials vary by vacancy. Training and certification support are offered where available. Overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime may apply depending on assignment.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

County Emergency Communications in Rochelle, IL seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join a dynamic team. You will handle high‑stress calls, verify locations, and coordinate EMS resources per approved protocols.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification is common, EMT/paramedic credentials vary by vacancy. Training and certification support are offered where available. Overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime may apply depending on assignment.