EMS Dispatcher — Immediate Full-Time Start

Talentify; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeguard Ambulance Service in Prestonsburg, KY is hiring a Dispatcher for a full-time role. The position starts at $14/hour and requires responding to EMS and transportation requests, ensuring clear communication and accurate data entry to support quality patient care.

The Dispatcher will allocate resources per dispatch protocols, maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies, and operate dispatch equipment to relay instructions to teams. Prior EMS or public safety dispatch experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year EMS or public safety dispatcher experience or medical training.
• Strong reading and writing skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply Emergency Medical Dispatch concepts per established protocols.
• Allocate EMS resources using approved rules and protocols.
• Ensure paperwork is complete and accurate before shift end.
• Perform shift data entry and State Run Report data as assigned.
• Generate reports and verify accuracy.
• Relay instructions and maintain knowledge of company policies.

Skills

English literacy

Radio/phone communication

Typing speed

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch computer systems

Job description

Lifeguard Ambulance Service in Prestonsburg, KY is hiring a Dispatcher for a full-time role. The position starts at $14/hour and requires responding to EMS and transportation requests, ensuring clear communication and accurate data entry to support quality patient care.

The Dispatcher will allocate resources per dispatch protocols, maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies, and operate dispatch equipment to relay instructions to teams. Prior EMS or public safety dispatch experience is preferred.