Emergency Medical Dispatcher – Fast-Paced EMS Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Bandon (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Other benefits depend on the org and T

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bandon, OR seeks dedicated Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls, gather incident details, and prioritise response according to approved protocols.

Responsibilities include obtaining location/callback information, following dispatch procedures, and coordinating ambulance resources when assigned. A high school diploma and CPR certification are commonly required; EMT credentials vary by vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies sponsor training.
• CPR certification may be required; EMT/paramedic credentials are not universal.
• Consult the vacancy for exact qualifications and accepted certification providers.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about patient condition.
• Determine response priority using the medical dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when assigned.
• 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

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMD certification / CPR awareness

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bandon, OR seeks dedicated Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls, gather incident details, and prioritise response according to approved protocols.

Responsibilities include obtaining location/callback information, following dispatch procedures, and coordinating ambulance resources when assigned. A high school diploma and CPR certification are commonly required; EMT credentials vary by vacancy.