Emergency Medical Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Life-Saving Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Howard (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance services

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Howard, Kansas are available. Dispatcher roles involve handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations and details, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols.

The position may require CPR certification and Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification, with training and approvals as per vacancy requirements. Work conditions commonly include extended console work and shift variations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification may be required.
• Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification before appointment may be required, depending on vacancy.

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 equivalent

Job description

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Howard, Kansas are available. Dispatcher roles involve handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations and details, and coordinating ambulance resources according to approved protocols.

The position may require CPR certification and Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification, with training and approvals as per vacancy requirements. Work conditions commonly include extended console work and shift variations.