Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Critical-Care Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Paris (ME); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

insurance coverage

retirement benefits

paid leave

employee-assistance services

continuing education

certification support

shift premiums

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Paris, ME seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to receive calls, confirm locations, gather essential details, and determine response priorities using approved protocols. You may also dispatch ambulance resources and provide protocol-based instructions as needed, supporting responders with accurate information and timely decision-making.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may pursue CPR certification; EMT/paramedic credentials are not

Formación

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.
• EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements; consult vacancy for exact qualifications and accepted providers.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Paris, ME seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to receive calls, confirm locations, gather essential details, and determine response priorities using approved protocols. You may also dispatch ambulance resources and provide protocol-based instructions as needed, supporting responders with accurate information and timely decision-making.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may pursue CPR certification; EMT/paramedic credentials are not