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Northeast Georgia Health System
Paramedic - Dispatcher - PRN
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What they do
A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.
$45,313 / year median in Georgia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Dispatcher PositionNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the
Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: State Certification as EMT.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Stroke Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Trauma Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound STEMI Alerts.
Ensures that all communication equipment is operational 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Troubleshoots problems with EKG transmission from the field.
Accurately databases information from incoming ambulances.
Expeditiously responds back to the field ambulances that are requesting medical treatment orders from a physician.
Identifies and alerts the appropriate personnel to possible radio equipment problems with the field ambulances.
Manages the appropriate software programs for patient transportation and admission to the hospital.
Is able to take reservations and dispatch NGHS ambulances from the department's dispatch software program.
Accurately enters ambulance information from non-NGHS field ambulances in the dispatch program.
Makes bed assignments in the ER's bed tracking software system for incoming ambulances before their arrivalEnsures that Registration staff is aware of in-bound patients and their estimated time of arrival.
Properly uses the radio console and troubleshoots problems.
Promptly answers the telephone and appropriately uses its functions in order to enhance communication links.
Maintains and operates the Medical transport dispatch radiosPerforms daily check of all communications related equipment in the Dispatch Center including computers, radios, telephones, printers, fax machines, and 12-lead EKG receiving stations.
Minimizes the amount of time an ambulance crew has to wait for a bed assignment.
Notifies the appropriate staff of the ETA of the ambulance and the condition of the patient.
Helps the medics physically locate the appropriate bed if neededReceives and documents concerns that affect NGHS from the ambulance crews and notifies the appropriate staffSubmits Plant Operations work orders for repairs needed in the Dispatch Center and EMS room.
All verbal communication is performed according to Medical Transport policies and the laws of the State of Georgia.
Adequate report is given at the end of each dispatch shift in order to maintain a constant flow of patient and ambulance trackingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Job Description Dispatcher PositionNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the
Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: State Certification as EMT.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Stroke Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Trauma Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound STEMI Alerts.
Ensures that all communication equipment is operational 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Troubleshoots problems with EKG transmission from the field.
Accurately databases information from incoming ambulances.
Expeditiously responds back to the field ambulances that are requesting medical treatment orders from a physician.
Identifies and alerts the appropriate personnel to possible radio equipment problems with the field ambulances.
Manages the appropriate software programs for patient transportation and admission to the hospital.
Is able to take reservations and dispatch NGHS ambulances from the department's dispatch software program.
Accurately enters ambulance information from non-NGHS field ambulances in the dispatch program.
Makes bed assignments in the ER's bed tracking software system for incoming ambulances before their arrivalEnsures that Registration staff is aware of in-bound patients and their estimated time of arrival.
Properly uses the radio console and troubleshoots problems.
Promptly answers the telephone and appropriately uses its functions in order to enhance communication links.
Maintains and operates the Medical transport dispatch radiosPerforms daily check of all communications related equipment in the Dispatch Center including computers, radios, telephones, printers, fax machines, and 12-lead EKG receiving stations.
Minimizes the amount of time an ambulance crew has to wait for a bed assignment.
Notifies the appropriate staff of the ETA of the ambulance and the condition of the patient.
Helps the medics physically locate the appropriate bed if neededReceives and documents concerns that affect NGHS from the ambulance crews and notifies the appropriate staffSubmits Plant Operations work orders for repairs needed in the Dispatch Center and EMS room.
All verbal communication is performed according to Medical Transport policies and the laws of the State of Georgia.
Adequate report is given at the end of each dispatch shift in order to maintain a constant flow of patient and ambulance trackingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
About the
Role:
While under the supervision of a Field Services Manager, the Dispatcher primarily works independently to process the treatment and quick admission of emergency medical patients. Dispatchers should possess exceptional knowledge of medical terminology, pre-hospital pharmacology, and field treatment guidelines for various emergency conditions, treatment and stabilization of all patients and the standard of care for pre-hospital emergencies. Should have excellent communications skills and possess the ability to manage multiple communications related tasks at one time.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: State Certification as EMT.
Educational Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.Minimum Experience:
Level 1- EMT with field experience but no dispatch experience, Level 2
- EMT with two (2) years of dispatch experience or paramedic with no dispatch experience, Level 3
- Paramedic with two (2) years of dispatch experienceEssential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesManages the patient transportation needs of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Hospice, and Laurelwood.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Stroke Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Trauma Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound STEMI Alerts.
Ensures that all communication equipment is operational 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Troubleshoots problems with EKG transmission from the field.
Accurately databases information from incoming ambulances.
Expeditiously responds back to the field ambulances that are requesting medical treatment orders from a physician.
Identifies and alerts the appropriate personnel to possible radio equipment problems with the field ambulances.
Manages the appropriate software programs for patient transportation and admission to the hospital.
Is able to take reservations and dispatch NGHS ambulances from the department's dispatch software program.
Accurately enters ambulance information from non-NGHS field ambulances in the dispatch program.
Makes bed assignments in the ER's bed tracking software system for incoming ambulances before their arrivalEnsures that Registration staff is aware of in-bound patients and their estimated time of arrival.
Properly uses the radio console and troubleshoots problems.
Promptly answers the telephone and appropriately uses its functions in order to enhance communication links.
Maintains and operates the Medical transport dispatch radiosPerforms daily check of all communications related equipment in the Dispatch Center including computers, radios, telephones, printers, fax machines, and 12-lead EKG receiving stations.
Minimizes the amount of time an ambulance crew has to wait for a bed assignment.
Notifies the appropriate staff of the ETA of the ambulance and the condition of the patient.
Helps the medics physically locate the appropriate bed if neededReceives and documents concerns that affect NGHS from the ambulance crews and notifies the appropriate staffSubmits Plant Operations work orders for repairs needed in the Dispatch Center and EMS room.
All verbal communication is performed according to Medical Transport policies and the laws of the State of Georgia.
Adequate report is given at the end of each dispatch shift in order to maintain a constant flow of patient and ambulance trackingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
NGHS:
Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Job Description Dispatcher PositionNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the
Role:
While under the supervision of a Field Services Manager, the Dispatcher primarily works independently to process the treatment and quick admission of emergency medical patients. Dispatchers should possess exceptional knowledge of medical terminology, pre-hospital pharmacology, and field treatment guidelines for various emergency conditions, treatment and stabilization of all patients and the standard of care for pre-hospital emergencies. Should have excellent communications skills and possess the ability to manage multiple communications related tasks at one time.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: State Certification as EMT.
Educational Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.Minimum Experience:
Level 1- EMT with field experience but no dispatch experience, Level 2
- EMT with two (2) years of dispatch experience or paramedic with no dispatch experience, Level 3
- Paramedic with two (2) years of dispatch experienceEssential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesManages the patient transportation needs of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Hospice, and Laurelwood.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Stroke Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound Trauma Alerts.
Communicates and documents all potential in-bound STEMI Alerts.
Ensures that all communication equipment is operational 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Troubleshoots problems with EKG transmission from the field.
Accurately databases information from incoming ambulances.
Expeditiously responds back to the field ambulances that are requesting medical treatment orders from a physician.
Identifies and alerts the appropriate personnel to possible radio equipment problems with the field ambulances.
Manages the appropriate software programs for patient transportation and admission to the hospital.
Is able to take reservations and dispatch NGHS ambulances from the department's dispatch software program.
Accurately enters ambulance information from non-NGHS field ambulances in the dispatch program.
Makes bed assignments in the ER's bed tracking software system for incoming ambulances before their arrivalEnsures that Registration staff is aware of in-bound patients and their estimated time of arrival.
Properly uses the radio console and troubleshoots problems.
Promptly answers the telephone and appropriately uses its functions in order to enhance communication links.
Maintains and operates the Medical transport dispatch radiosPerforms daily check of all communications related equipment in the Dispatch Center including computers, radios, telephones, printers, fax machines, and 12-lead EKG receiving stations.
Minimizes the amount of time an ambulance crew has to wait for a bed assignment.
Notifies the appropriate staff of the ETA of the ambulance and the condition of the patient.
Helps the medics physically locate the appropriate bed if neededReceives and documents concerns that affect NGHS from the ambulance crews and notifies the appropriate staffSubmits Plant Operations work orders for repairs needed in the Dispatch Center and EMS room.
All verbal communication is performed according to Medical Transport policies and the laws of the State of Georgia.
Adequate report is given at the end of each dispatch shift in order to maintain a constant flow of patient and ambulance trackingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
NGHS:
Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance