EMS Dispatch Specialist - Night Shift (Critical Response)

nyp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking a Communications Specialist (Dispatcher) for EMS to triage and dispatch emergency medical services in New York City. The role ensures timely response by coordinating EMS staff deployment, vehicle assignments, and operational details.

Full-time night shift with on-site work; required NYS EMT certification with defibrillation and BCLS, plus a high school diploma or GED; preferred dispatch or supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified New York State Emergency Medical Technician with Defibrillation and BCLS.

Responsibilities

• Receives triage and dispatch requests for EMS and ensures timely response.
• Coordinates EMS staff deployment, vehicle assignments and all operational details.
• Oversees operations of the Communications Center during the shift.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NewYork-Presbyterian is seeking a Communications Specialist (Dispatcher) for EMS to triage and dispatch emergency medical services in New York City. The role ensures timely response by coordinating EMS staff deployment, vehicle assignments, and operational details.

Full-time night shift with on-site work; required NYS EMT certification with defibrillation and BCLS, plus a high school diploma or GED; preferred dispatch or supervisory experience.