Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Save Lives from the Console

County Emergency Communications; Vivian (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Vivian, SD is seeking an Emergency Medical Dispatcher. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources under approved protocols.

Responsibilities include gathering patient data, determining priorities, and providing protocol-based instructions. A high school diploma and CPR certification are commonly required, with sponsorship possibilities for training and regional certification options.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

EMD certification

CPR certification

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Vivian, SD is seeking an Emergency Medical Dispatcher. The role involves handling urgent medical calls, confirming locations, and coordinating ambulance resources under approved protocols.

Responsibilities include gathering patient data, determining priorities, and providing protocol-based instructions. A high school diploma and CPR certification are commonly required, with sponsorship possibilities for training and regional certification options.