EMS Dispatcher III (Per Diem)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization in New Jersey is seeking an EMS Dispatcher to manage communications for emergency services. The role involves coordinating with various agencies, processing communications, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Applicants should have dispatching experience and strong communication skills, contributing to the overall mission of improving health care services.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in dispatching EMS or law enforcement.
• Knowledge of radio systems and procedures.
• Proficient in communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Processes incoming and outgoing communications for EMS.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations.
• Coordinates with multiple agencies for service requests.

Skills

Communication

Dispatching

Emergency Response

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-aided dispatch software

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Performs dispatch functions on behalf of the EMS department(s). Coordinates requests for EMS services. Responsible for efficiently and accurately managing incoming and outgoing telephone and radio communications. Acts as a liaison between EMS and those requesting EMS services, such as police departments, fire departments, other EMS agencies, civilians, case managers, social workers, and other facility representatives. Validates requestor information and associated documentation (e.g., PCS forms) and follows up timely on discrepancies. Processes 9-1-1 requests for service, including providing emergency medical call screening and pre-arrival instructions as indicated. Provides dispatch to EMS department units, and interacts with EMS crews. Communicates effectively with requestors, including updates regarding scheduling, delays, and other relevant information. Escalates concerns and conflicts to the chain of command promptly. Performs all other duties assigned by leadership.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of an EMS Dispatcher, Emergency at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Receives and processes incoming and outgoing telephone and radio communication.

Differentiates between routine and priority messages, and initiates and follows through on responses as required in a prompt, professional, and caring manner.

Maintains confidentiality and abides by all HIPAA and patient privacy policies and regulations.

Complies with all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Records all requests for service through handwritten and computer entries.

Processes requests for 9-1-1 services, including providing emergency medical call screening, and pre- arrival instructions.

Dispatches units employing radio, telephone, or other equipment provided, following established protocols.

Coordinates requests outsourced to partner agencies including maintaining records of outsourced service requests. Escalates concerns and complaints related to outsourced service requests to the chain of command promptly.

Maintains the status and location of all units and personnel at all times.

Manages resource requests for large-scale incidents when requested.

Works with county Office of Emergency Management and NJ EMS Task Force representatives.

Communicate with and respond to requests from other dispatch centers.

Communicate and document all relevant information between the prehospital providers and receiving facilities.

Maintains hospital diversion logs and provides notifications to stakeholders when appropriate.

Troubleshoot all communications equipment problems and notify the appropriate service agency for repair.

Submits event reports as needed.

Validate documentation (e.g., PCS forms) by established protocols.

Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent program.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in dispatching law enforcement, fire department, or EMS services.
• Working knowledge of the radio system and its components.
• Working understanding of radio broadcast procedures.
• Familiarity with FCC Rules and Regulations.
• Familiarity with computer-aided dispatch, dispatch software, UHF/VHF, and other radio frequencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Experience working with case managers and insurance providers.
• Knowledge of county geo-political boundaries, major highways, and landmarks.
• Familiarity with computer-aided dispatch, dispatch software, UHF/VHF, and other radio frequencies.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic Certification New Jersey.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification - BLS.
• ICS 100, ICS 200, Hazardous Materials Awareness.
• Basic Telecommunicator within 3 months of hire.
• Advanced Emergency Medical Dispatch within 3 months of hire.

Contacts:

• Regular contact with medical personnel and its visitors.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Performs dispatch functions on behalf of the EMS department(s). Coordinates requests for EMS services. Responsible for efficiently and accurately managing incoming and outgoing telephone and radio communications. Acts as a liaison between EMS and those requesting EMS services, such as police departments, fire departments, other EMS agencies, civilians, case managers, social workers, and other facility representatives. Validates requestor information and associated documentation (e.g., PCS forms) and follows up timely on discrepancies. Processes 9-1-1 requests for service, including providing emergency medical call screening and pre-arrival instructions as indicated. Provides dispatch to EMS department units, and interacts with EMS crews. Communicates effectively with requestors, including updates regarding scheduling, delays, and other relevant information. Escalates concerns and conflicts to the chain of command promptly. Performs all other duties assigned by leadership.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of an EMS Dispatcher, Emergency at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Receives and processes incoming and outgoing telephone and radio communication.

• Differentiates between routine and priority messages, and initiates and follows through on responses as required in a prompt, professional, and caring manner.

• Maintains confidentiality and abides by all HIPAA and patient privacy policies and regulations.

• Complies with all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.

• Records all requests for service through handwritten and computer entries.

• Processes requests for 9-1-1 services, including providing emergency medical call screening, and pre- arrival instructions.

• Dispatches units employing radio, telephone, or other equipment provided, following established protocols.

• Coordinates requests outsourced to partner agencies including maintaining records of outsourced service requests. Escalates concerns and complaints related to outsourced service requests to the chain of command promptly.

• Maintains the status and location of all units and personnel at all times.

• Manages resource requests for large-scale incidents when requested.

• Works with county Office of Emergency Management and NJ EMS Task Force representatives.

• Communicate with and respond to requests from other dispatch centers.

• Communicate and document all relevant information between the prehospital providers and receiving facilities.

• Maintains hospital diversion logs and provides notifications to stakeholders when appropriate.

• Troubleshoot all communications equipment problems and notify the appropriate service agency for repair.

• Submits event reports as needed.

• Validate documentation (e.g., PCS forms) by established protocols.

• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent program.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in dispatching law enforcement, fire department, or EMS services.
• Working knowledge of the radio system and its components.
• Working understanding of radio broadcast procedures.
• Familiarity with FCC Rules and Regulations.
• Familiarity with computer-aided dispatch, dispatch software, UHF/VHF, and other radio frequencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Experience working with case managers and insurance providers.
• Knowledge of county geo-political boundaries, major highways, and landmarks.
• Familiarity with computer-aided dispatch, dispatch software, UHF/VHF, and other radio frequencies.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic Certification New Jersey.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification - BLS.
• ICS 100, ICS 200, Hazardous Materials Awareness.
• Basic Telecommunicator within 3 months of hire.
• Advanced Emergency Medical Dispatch within 3 months of hire.

Contacts:

• Regular contact with medical personnel and its visitors.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum Rate

Starting at $31.1 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

About the company

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. The health care network comprises 13 hospitals, including two academic medical centers, two children’s hospitals and nine community hospitals, physician practices, more than 120 ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, long-term care and assisted living communities, ambulance services, lifesaving air medical transportation, fitness and wellness centers, rehabilitation centers, and urgent care and after-hours centers.

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