Life-Saving EMS Dispatcher (24/7)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Paisley (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Continuing education

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Paisley, OR seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations and details, and coordinate EMS resources. Training and certification requirements apply per vacancy.

Role involves protocol-based guidance, documentation, and participation in quality reviews while operating within an approved dispatch system and oversight framework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; EMT/paramedic not universal.
• CPR certification may be required; Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification preferred.
• Satisfactory background checks and medical dispatch certifications per vacancy requirements.

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 recognized equivalent

Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification

CPR certification

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Paisley, OR seeks Emergency Medical Dispatchers to handle urgent medical calls, verify locations and details, and coordinate EMS resources. Training and certification requirements apply per vacancy.

Role involves protocol-based guidance, documentation, and participation in quality reviews while operating within an approved dispatch system and oversight framework.