Dispatcher**NEW Starting Rate

Century Ambulance

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
POSITION: DispatcherREPORTS TO: Communications ManagerLOCATION: Jacksonville, FLFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptTYPE: Regular, Full-timeSCHEDULE: Variable shiftsEssential Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for answering and triaging calls coming into the Dispatch Department and directing them to the most appropriate resource while communicating effectively with all callers
  • Operates a PC and demonstrates ease of use with programs such as Microsoft Office and CAD
  • Operates multi-line computerized phone system
  • Inputs transport requests using CAD and various web based programs
  • Conveys a high degree of familiarity with Company service areas and medical facilities
  • Maintains compliance with all established Company and customer policies and procedures
  • Maintains a calm and professional demeanor at all times specifically during difficult interactions while effectively directing the flow of conversation
  • Takes direction and works independently or part of a group
  • Effectively train new hires in dispatch
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
  • General understanding of medical terminology or experience in a healthcare setting
  • Any combination of the following experience, equivalent to two (2) years:
  • EMS dispatcher or call center representative experience
  • Multi-line telephone experience
  • Direct customer service experience
Regular, reliable attendance Excellent communication skills Ability to multi-task High school diploma or equivalentPreferred Qualifications:
  • Dispatch experience in EMS
  • EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) and/or EMD certification (Emergency Medical Dispatcher)
  • Field experience in EMS
Additional Requirements: Mental & Physical
  • Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screening
  • Must be able to successfully obtain EMD certification within 12 months of beginning employment
  • Must be available to work all shifts, including overtime as needed
  • Ability to rotate shift assignments as needed and/or required based on operational need
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for an extended period and wear a telephone headset
  • Requires frequent repetitive hand movements, standing and/or walking, reaching and grasping
  • Must be able to hear and communicate clearly to perform job duties in person and over the phone
  • Adequate vision required to be able to read information from printed sources and computer screens
  • Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information
  • Understand and respond to a diverse population
  • Utilize fine motor coordination, clear speech, and good visual acuity

Century Ambulance