Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Critical Care Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Saint Helens (OR); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Resumo da vaga

911 Emergency Communications in Saint Helens, OR seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations and access details, and determine response priorities. You may provide approved instructions before responders arrive and coordinate ambulance resources when assigned.

The role involves extended console work, headset use, and adherence to medical dispatch protocols and oversight.

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies
• Confirm 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

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Formação

High school diploma or equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

Descrição da vaga

911 Emergency Communications in Saint Helens, OR seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations and access details, and determine response priorities. You may provide approved instructions before responders arrive and coordinate ambulance resources when assigned.

The role involves extended console work, headset use, and adherence to medical dispatch protocols and oversight.