EMS Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Maramec (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Certification support

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Maramec, OK is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join the 24/7 operations. You will collect caller details, verify locations, assign priorities, and support ambulance coordination according to medical dispatch protocols.

Candidates typically have a high school diploma, possible EMD certification, CPR and related coursework. The role may require overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime according to staffing needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification may be required; EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal.
• Certification may be sponsored or required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies
• Confirm the patient location, callback number, and access details
• Ask approved questions about the patient’s condition
• Determine response priority through the authorized medical dispatch system
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when included in the assignment
• Provide protocol-based instructions within current qualifications
• Relay patient information and scene hazards to responding personnel
• Document call processing and participate in quality-review activities

Skills

Call handling

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Maramec, OK is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to join the 24/7 operations. You will collect caller details, verify locations, assign priorities, and support ambulance coordination according to medical dispatch protocols.

Candidates typically have a high school diploma, possible EMD certification, CPR and related coursework. The role may require overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime according to staffing needs.