What are the responsibilities and job description for the 911 EMS Dispatcher PRN, As Needed position at Norton Healthcare?
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