Emergency Medical Dispatcher in Camden Point - Make a Difference

County Emergency Communications; Camden Point (MO); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Descripción de la vacante

County Emergency Communications in Camden Point, MO seeks an Emergency Dispatcher to handle medical emergency calls, verify locations and call-back details, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role emphasizes accurate information gathering, compliant protocol usage, and timely dispatch decisions.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need CPR certification. Training is provided; deployment may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed within continuous EMS

Formación

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification may be required.
• EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements; consult the vacancy for exact qualifications and accepted certification providers.

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.

Conocimientos

Emergency dispatch

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

Position Details

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Employer: The hiring EMS provider or communications agency identified in the official vacancy

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Emergency medical communications may operate continuously. Employees may be assigned overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, rotating schedules, and required overtime.

What You May Do

• 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

Experience and Education Requirements

A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Employers may recruit applicants for sponsored training or require current Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification before appointment.

CPR certification and additional coursework may be required. EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements for this role; consult the vacancy for the exact qualifications and accepted certification providers.

General Conditions of Employment

• Meet the employer’s age and employment eligibility requirements
• Complete required background screening and employment assessments
• Pass additional evaluations when specified by the hiring agency
• Obtain and maintain required medical dispatch and CPR certifications
• Follow approved protocols, medical oversight, and quality-assurance procedures
• Protect confidential patient and incident information

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This role generally involves extended console work, headset use, and simultaneous listening and data entry. Calls may concern serious illness, childbirth, injury, or death. Essential functions and accommodation procedures are established by the employer.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may receive insurance coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, employee-assistance services, and continuing education.
• Certification support, shift premiums, and other benefits depend on the organization and appointment terms.