EMS Dispatcher — Life-Saving 24/7 Medical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Blanchard (LA); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Certification support

Resumo da oferta

County Emergency Communications in Blanchard, LA is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and guide responders using approved protocols. You will assess conditions, determine priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources as needed.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, and CPR certification; EMT or paramedic credentials may be required depending on the vacancy. Training opportunities and ongoing certification support are available.

Qualificações

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.

Responsabilidades

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm the patient’s 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.

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

County Emergency Communications in Blanchard, LA is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations, and guide responders using approved protocols. You will assess conditions, determine priorities, and coordinate ambulance resources as needed.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, and CPR certification; EMT or paramedic credentials may be required depending on the vacancy. Training opportunities and ongoing certification support are available.