Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Save Lives, 24/7

County Emergency Communications; Elmora (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Elmora, PA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include following approved protocols, delivering instructions, and maintaining accurate call documentation. Candidates may need EMD certification and CPR, with background checks and ongoing training typical in this field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification may be required before appointment.
• CPR certification may be required; consult vacancy for exact requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient 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

County Emergency Communications in Elmora, PA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and coordinate ambulance resources in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include following approved protocols, delivering instructions, and maintaining accurate call documentation. Candidates may need EMD certification and CPR, with background checks and ongoing training typical in this field.