EMS Dispatcher

WVU Medicine; Morgantown, Northern (WV, KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown seeks an EMS Dispatcher to answer call requests for inter-facility transports, coordinate ground and air transportation, and use CAD to activate the closest resources.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2 years of dispatch experience, and WV EMT Basic certification. Excellent communication under stress and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience as a call dispatcher.
• Current West Virginia EMT Basic Certification.
• Ability to learn CAD system and coordinate ground and air transports.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls and direct to appropriate transport.
• Coordinate ground ambulances and helicopters.
• Use CAD to activate closest resources.
• Enter transport requests in dispatch software in real time.
• Monitor vehicle movements and communicate updates.
• Maintain compliance with MedCom regulations.

Skills

Call dispatch coordination

Multi-tasking

Radio communication

Clear verbal communication

Typing speed

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD system

Job description

## EMS DispatcherApplylocations: Operations Support Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-42943## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.Candidates will be responsible for answering call requests for inter-facility transports of patients from various facilities. Candidates will arrange/schedule transportation via ground ambulances and air transport, utilizing WV OEMS crew configuration standards. Utilization of a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to accomplish the tasks is essential.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:**1. High School Diploma or Equivalent.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:******EXPERIENCE:****1. Two years of experience as a call dispatcher.2. Current West Virginia Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Certification. **CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Ability to answer phone calls from both internal and external customers to ensure that all hospital policies are being met and to provide the customers with the best service available.2. Safely directs and coordinates communications with ground ambulances and helicopters. Monitors location and maintains communication with ground ambulances and helicopters to fulfill MedCom regulations. Follows progress of ground vehicles as well as aircraft when needed.3. Ability to multi-task to coordinate ground ambulances and aircraft to ensure the safe delivery of the customers that utilize our services.4. Ability to learn the operations of our CAD system to ensure that information is being properly entered to utilize all ground and air crews efficiently.5. **Call-Taking:** Answer incoming phone calls in a timely manner while assisting and directing the call in the appropriate manner.6. Obtain necessary, required information to activate a computer aided dispatch (CAD) record.7. Consistently follow standardized call-taking and information gathering process.8. Enter all transport request information in dispatch software in real-time.9. Assist dispatching job role, as necessary.10. Complete all necessary request documentation including post transport11. **Dispatching:** Quickly recognize transport requests that appear in the Open Work screen of the CAD that may have been added by another communicator or dispatcher.12. Determine the mode of transportation required for the request and determine the status of the request.13. Utilize the CAD system to ensure the closest, available, appropriate resource is activated.14. Notify appropriate resource and receive acceptance of the request.15. Monitor and track all vehicle movements ensuring proper information is being given and received for all mode of transport16. Alert specific receiving hospital departments of all transport updates.17. Complete all necessary request documentation including post transport.18. Assist with call taking job role, as necessary. **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to sit for long periods of time at a work station.2. Ability to reach and grasp with arms and hands.3. Normal hearing ability. **WORKING ENVIRONMENT:** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**1. Ability to work flexible schedule.2. Ability to effectively multi-task.3. Ability to operate radio technology.4. Ability to verbally communicate clearly and precisely in stressful situations.5. Proficient typing skills.6. Knowledge of basic computer skills.7. Knowledge of medical terminology.8. Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with internal and external personnel in stressful situations and to act as a representative of WVU Medicine to the public.9. Must demonstrate alertness at all times and be able to withstand high amounts of stress.**Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**36**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals**Cost Center:**500 WVUH Administration**Address:**3040 University AveMorgantownWest Virginia