Emergency Medical Dispatcher – 24/7 EMS Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Wilmington, Ohio, are open for individuals to support urgent medical assistance by gathering patient and incident details, prioritizing responses, and coordinating emergency resources. Training, certification, and assignment vary by employer and oversight requirements.

Dispatchers may provide approved instructions before responders arrive, following medical dispatch protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification may be preferred or required by employer.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Determine response priority through the authorized medical dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when needed.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMD certification preferred

Job description

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Wilmington, Ohio, are open for individuals to support urgent medical assistance by gathering patient and incident details, prioritizing responses, and coordinating emergency resources. Training, certification, and assignment vary by employer and oversight requirements.

Dispatchers may provide approved instructions before responders arrive, following medical dispatch protocols.