Dispatcher

northwest emsMcKees Rocks, PA

yesterday

Occupations

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance Public Safety Telecommunicators Emergency Medical Technicians

Industries

Ambulance Services Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities All Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services

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About the role

Work Hours:

Flexible Scheduling - 8, 12, & 16 hour shifts, weekends and holidays required. Schedule TBD. Full time position available.
NorthWest EMS is a professional non-profit ambulance service covering the 911 medical services for 15 municipalities in Allegheny County as well as the Pittsburgh International Airport. NorthWest EMS responds to over 20,000 calls for service each year.
NorthWest EMS offers a diverse work environment under a progressive medical command system.
The EMS Dispatcher will be responsible for tasks including, but not limited to:
Answering inbound calls promptly and politely
Listening to the caller and determining what type of assistance they require
Directing crew movement and allocation of emergency resources based on system status management
Scheduling non-emergency transports and courtesy shuttle appointments
Thorough documentation of each incident
Preparation of daily run reportsREQUIREMENTSValid Drivers License

High School Diploma or G.E.D.Act 33, 34, and 73 clearancesPREFERREDPA CertifiedEMTor Nationally Registered EMT with ability to become PA CertifiedAHA BLS for the Healthcare Provider (or equivalent)EVOC/EVDTAt least 2 years EMS experienceICS 100, 200, 700, 800 Certified Emergency Medical DispatcherBENEFITSCompetitive starting wage with yearly merit increase Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full time 401(k) plan with company match Life and supplementalinsurances (full time eligible for free group term life) Paid time off (full-time) Bereavement pay (full time)$100 yearly uniform allowance (full time)*pay discussed upon offer/commensurate with experience

Qualifications: Education Required High School Diploma or better.

Licenses & Certifications: Required Drivers License-Fleet Preferred EMTEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Experience level

Senior

Location

McKees Rocks, PA

Occupation

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Industry

Ambulance Services

Posted

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