Emergency Medical Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Critical Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Wann (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers for opportunities in Wann, OK. Dispatchers gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources using approved protocols.

Depending on training and assignment, they may provide step-by-step instructions before responders arrive. Candidates typically hold a high school diploma; CPR certification is common, and some vacancies require EMT/paramedic credentials or sponsor training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• CPR certification may be required; EMT/paramedic credentials not universally required.
• Some vacancies require EMS Dispatcher certification or sponsor training.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about patient condition.
• Determine response priority using dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when assigned.
• Provide protocol-based instructions within qualifications.
• Relay patient information and scene hazards to responders.
• Document call processing and participate in quality reviews.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers for opportunities in Wann, OK. Dispatchers gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate EMS resources using approved protocols.

Depending on training and assignment, they may provide step-by-step instructions before responders arrive. Candidates typically hold a high school diploma; CPR certification is common, and some vacancies require EMT/paramedic credentials or sponsor training.