Emergency Medical Dispatcher - 24/7 Life-Saving Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Camarillo, CA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to intake medical calls, verify location and priorities, and coordinate EMS resources. You will follow approved protocols, provide caller instructions when required, and maintain meticulous call documentation.

The role may require CPR certification, background screening, and the ability to work extended console shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced public-safety setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification may be required.
• EMD certification or related training may be required depending on vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about 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.

Skills

Active listening

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Emergency dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Camarillo, CA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to intake medical calls, verify location and priorities, and coordinate EMS resources. You will follow approved protocols, provide caller instructions when required, and maintain meticulous call documentation.

The role may require CPR certification, background screening, and the ability to work extended console shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced public-safety setting.