Emergency Medical Dispatcher – 24/7 EMS Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Argyle (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Certification support

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Argyle, MO is seeking an EMS dispatcher to handle emergency medical calls, verify location, and coordinate responses with responders.

You will follow protocol-based instructions, document calls, and participate in quality reviews; CPR certification or EMT credentials may be required, with sponsorship possible.

The role may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required. EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements.

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 Telecommunicator Services in Argyle, MO is seeking an EMS dispatcher to handle emergency medical calls, verify location, and coordinate responses with responders.

You will follow protocol-based instructions, document calls, and participate in quality reviews; CPR certification or EMT credentials may be required, with sponsorship possible.

The role may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime.