EMS Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Urgent-Response Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Morton (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Morton, PA, is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls and coordinate EMS resources. You will verify locations, collect critical details, and guide responders through protocol-based steps.

The role may involve overnight or weekend shifts depending on the assignment and operational needs. The position requires a high school diploma and may require EMS dispatcher certification and CPR training, with compensation reflecting standard

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required or preferred.
• EMD certification or equivalent may be required depending on vacancy.
• CPR certification and related training may be requested by the hiring agency.

Responsibilities

• Receive medical and incident calls and determine essential details.
• Assess urgency and establish response priorities.
• Provide approved pre-arrival instructions when required.
• Coordinate dispatch of ambulance units and other resources.
• Relay patient and scene information to responders accurately.
• Document call handling and participate in quality review processes.

Skills

Call handling

Emergency communications

Prioritization

Dispatch coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Morton, PA, is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls and coordinate EMS resources. You will verify locations, collect critical details, and guide responders through protocol-based steps.

The role may involve overnight or weekend shifts depending on the assignment and operational needs. The position requires a high school diploma and may require EMS dispatcher certification and CPR training, with compensation reflecting standard