911 EMS Dispatcher PRN, As Needed

Responsibilities The 911 EMS Dispatcher (also called an Emergency Medical Dispatcher or Telecommunicator) is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls, gathering critical information, providing pre arrival medical instructions, and dispatching EMS resources. This role requires calm decision making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment. Qualifications Required: Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certificate or able to obtain within one year of hire. Desired: One year previous EMS or healthcare experience Associate Degree The 911 EMS Dispatcher (also called an Emergency Medical Dispatcher or Telecommunicator) is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls, gathering critical information, providing pre arrival medical instructions, and dispatching EMS resources. This role requires calm decision making, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment. Required: Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certificate or able to obtain within one year of hire. Desired: One year previous EMS or healthcare experience Associate Degree