Regional Transport Communications Specialist - Night Shift

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health's Regional Transfer Center in Wilmington, NC seeks a capable transport dispatcher for the Emergency Room. You will determine the appropriate level of care, transport mode, and contact relevant units or agencies to facilitate patient transfers, under the supervision of the Regional Transfer Center Manager.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in transport/dispatch, and timely certification; EMT credentials are preferred in North Carolina, with knowledge

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum two years transport/dispatch experience.
• Certification as Flight Communicator within 90 days; NC EMT preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate level of care, transport mode, and unit/division contact.
• Coordinate transport with hospital units or external agencies to facilitate transfer.
• Respond with discretion and independent judgment on diverse transfer requests.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Degree in related field

Tools

Viper

800

VHF radio system

aviation terminology

Job description

Novant Health's Regional Transfer Center in Wilmington, NC seeks a capable transport dispatcher for the Emergency Room. You will determine the appropriate level of care, transport mode, and contact relevant units or agencies to facilitate patient transfers, under the supervision of the Regional Transfer Center Manager.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in transport/dispatch, and timely certification; EMT credentials are preferred in North Carolina, with knowledge