Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Fast-Paced EMS Dispatch & Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Merrill (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Merrill, Oregon. This role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming location and details, and coordinating ambulance resources under approved dispatch protocols.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with CPR and possible additional coursework; EMT or paramedic credentials are not universally required and dependent on the vacancy.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Merrill, Oregon. This role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming location and details, and coordinating ambulance resources under approved dispatch protocols.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with CPR and possible additional coursework; EMT or paramedic credentials are not universally required and dependent on the vacancy.