Emergency Medical Dispatcher: Rapid-Response Calls

County Emergency Communications; Ritzville (WA); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Ritzville, WA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate EMS responses. The role may involve instruction delivery per protocols and coordination with responders, with emphasis on accuracy and rapid decision-making.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR and sometimes EMT or paramedic credentials may be required depending on the vacancy.

Qualificações

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

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.

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Ritzville, WA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate EMS responses. The role may involve instruction delivery per protocols and coordination with responders, with emphasis on accuracy and rapid decision-making.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR and sometimes EMT or paramedic credentials may be required depending on the vacancy.