EMS Call Center Specialist – Dispatch & Growth

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc.; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health/dental/life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunity for Career Growth

Job summary

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc. in Elmhurst, IL, is hiring an EMS Customer Service Representative/Call Taker for day and night shifts. You will answer calls, screen for emergencies, pre-arrange transports, and coordinate with facilities to determine care levels.

The role requires a pleasant phone manner, accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure. Training is 2–3 weeks; EMD certification provided within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Pleasant, professional phone manner.
• Detail oriented.
• Typing skills of 35 wpm or better.
• Ability to excel in high-stress environment.
• Adapt to frequently changing policies.
• Ability to learn policies and procedures for facilities and recognizing when to apply them.
• Medical background a plus.
• Must pass 2-3 weeks of training.
• EMD certification will be provided by Superior within 1 year of employment.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen, and direct calls for entire company
• Distinguish the need for emergency transportation
• Pre-arrange transport for facilities while determining the level of care needed for the patients
• Arrange specialty and critical care transportation
• Provide information and assistance for customer service inquires as needed
• Communicate with multiple departments and EMS personal
• Provide supportive information to customers to assist them in arranging appropriate transport
• Develop effective solutions for customer service issues
• Direct calls to Flight Desk as appropriate
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Phone etiquette

Typing 35 wpm

High stress tolerance

Policy adaptation

Medical knowledge helpful

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc. in Elmhurst, IL, is hiring an EMS Customer Service Representative/Call Taker for day and night shifts. You will answer calls, screen for emergencies, pre-arrange transports, and coordinate with facilities to determine care levels.

The role requires a pleasant phone manner, accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure. Training is 2–3 weeks; EMD certification provided within 1 year.