Emergency Medical Dispatcher: 24/7 Life-Saving Dispatch

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Shenandoah Junction (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers for opportunities in Shenandoah Junction, WV. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and EMT/paramedic credentials are not always required. CPR certification and sponsorship training may be necessary, depending on the vacancy.

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 for this role; consult the vacancy for 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

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers for opportunities in Shenandoah Junction, WV. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and EMT/paramedic credentials are not always required. CPR certification and sponsorship training may be necessary, depending on the vacancy.