Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Fast-Paced 911 Communications

County Emergency Communications; Russellville (IN); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Russellville, IN is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role supports protocol-based instructions and requires staying within established medical dispatch procedures.

Employment involves night and weekend schedules, and may require CPR certification and continuing education as per employer guidelines. Training opportunities may be provided by the hiring agency.

Formación

• 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; consult vacancy for exact qualifications.

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 equivalent

Descripción del empleo

County Emergency Communications in Russellville, IN is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role supports protocol-based instructions and requires staying within established medical dispatch procedures.

Employment involves night and weekend schedules, and may require CPR certification and continuing education as per employer guidelines. Training opportunities may be provided by the hiring agency.