EMS Emergency Medical Dispatcher - 24/7 Dispatch Role

County Emergency Communications; La Junta (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in La Junta, CO is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to efficiently gather patient data, verify locations, and prioritize responses within approved protocols.

The role supports EMS resources, may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime, and requires certification as outlined in the vacancy. A dedicated dispatcher helps relay information and follow medical dispatch guidelines to save lives.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• CPR certification and additional coursework may be required.
• EMT or paramedic credentials are not universal requirements; consult the vacancy for exact qualifications and accepted certification providers.

Responsibilities

• 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

County Emergency Communications in La Junta, CO is seeking Emergency Medical Dispatchers to efficiently gather patient data, verify locations, and prioritize responses within approved protocols.

The role supports EMS resources, may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime, and requires certification as outlined in the vacancy. A dedicated dispatcher helps relay information and follow medical dispatch guidelines to save lives.