Emergency Medical Dispatcher: Life-Saving Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Glendale (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Glendale, SC is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to support urgent medical calls by gathering critical information, prioritizing responses, and coordinating EMS resources. These roles involve centralized console work with data entry and adherence to protocols in a fast-paced environment.

A high school diploma, CPR certification, and dispatcher certification where applicable are required, with ongoing training and potential overnight or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.
• EMD certification may be required before appointment.

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

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Glendale, SC is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to support urgent medical calls by gathering critical information, prioritizing responses, and coordinating EMS resources. These roles involve centralized console work with data entry and adherence to protocols in a fast-paced environment.

A high school diploma, CPR certification, and dispatcher certification where applicable are required, with ongoing training and potential overnight or weekend shifts.