EMS Dispatch Specialist — Urgent Medical Calls

911 Emergency Communications; Gifford (WA); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Résumé du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Gifford, WA seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls and coordinate EMS resources. You will gather critical patient and incident details, assess priorities, and guide responders using approved protocols.

This role often requires overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts. A high school diploma is commonly required, with certification preferred. Training opportunities and competitive benefits accompany the appointment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• EMD certification credentials may be required depending on the vacancy.
• CPR certification may be required, consult the vacancy.

Responsabilités

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other emergencies.
• Confirm location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about patient condition.
• Determine response priority using the medical dispatch system.
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources as assigned.
• Provide protocol-based instructions when qualified.
• Relay patient information and hazards to responders.
• Document call processing and participate in quality reviews.

Connaissances

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Stress management

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification

Description du poste

911 Emergency Communications in Gifford, WA seeks qualified Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent calls and coordinate EMS resources. You will gather critical patient and incident details, assess priorities, and guide responders using approved protocols.

This role often requires overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts. A high school diploma is commonly required, with certification preferred. Training opportunities and competitive benefits accompany the appointment.