EMS Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Parnell (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Parnell, IA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to support urgent medical responses. You will gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources according to approved protocols. CPR certification may be required; a high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.

Training opportunities may be offered by the employer. Prior dispatch experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Employer may require Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification before appointment.
• CPR certification may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Parnell, IA seeks an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to support urgent medical responses. You will gather patient data, establish priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources according to approved protocols. CPR certification may be required; a high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.

Training opportunities may be offered by the employer. Prior dispatch experience is a plus.