Life-Saving EMS Dispatcher (24/7)

County Emergency Communications; Freeport Township (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Continuing education

Certification support

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Freeport, OH seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, gather critical data, and coordinate EMS resources according to approved protocols.

Role involves console work, extended shifts including nights and weekends, with overtime as needed. Training may include CPR and EMS dispatcher certification; a high school diploma or equivalent is required, and sponsorship may be available.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Receive calls involving illness, injury, and other medical emergencies.
• Confirm patient location, callback number, and access details.
• Ask approved questions about 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 may be required

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Freeport, OH seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, gather critical data, and coordinate EMS resources according to approved protocols.

Role involves console work, extended shifts including nights and weekends, with overtime as needed. Training may include CPR and EMS dispatcher certification; a high school diploma or equivalent is required, and sponsorship may be available.