EMS Emergency Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Life-Saving Calls

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Dunseith (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Dunseith describe roles where responders coordinate urgent medical calls and resources. Employees gather patient details, establish priorities, and follow approved dispatch protocols to guide responders.

Certifications such as CPR and EMD may be required depending on the vacancy, with some postings offering sponsored training. The work environment may include overnight shifts and overtime as needed per assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; sponsorship for training may be offered.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.
• EMD certification/credentials may be required depending on vacancy; consult the vacancy for exact qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and medical emergencies
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details
• Ask approved questions about patient condition
• Determine response priority through the authorized medical dispatch system
• Dispatch or coordinate ambulance resources when included in 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Medical Dispatcher opportunities in Dunseith describe roles where responders coordinate urgent medical calls and resources. Employees gather patient details, establish priorities, and follow approved dispatch protocols to guide responders.

Certifications such as CPR and EMD may be required depending on the vacancy, with some postings offering sponsored training. The work environment may include overnight shifts and overtime as needed per assignment.