Emergency Medical Dispatcher — Save Lives with Shift Premiums

County Emergency Communications; Northfield (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Northfield, VT is seeking an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, confirm locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role requires following approved protocols and maintaining patient information with accuracy.

Dispatchers may work overnight or weekend shifts and participate in ongoing training and certifications. CPR and EMS dispatch knowledge are advantageous, with location and appointment specifics defined by the vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.

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.

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Northfield, VT is seeking an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to handle urgent medical calls, confirm locations, and coordinate ambulance resources. The role requires following approved protocols and maintaining patient information with accuracy.

Dispatchers may work overnight or weekend shifts and participate in ongoing training and certifications. CPR and EMS dispatch knowledge are advantageous, with location and appointment specifics defined by the vacancy.