Command Center Operator - Paramedic

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

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About The Position

$5,000 Sign on Bonus for New Full-Time Employees! Schedule: Full Time Variable Shifts. Your experience matters Raleigh General is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Switchboard Operator on the team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our Team Medical Command is the key link in the communication chain between air and ground pre-hospital personnel and receiving hospital personnel. The command center at Raleigh General Hospital facilitates activation of the facility’s priority response teams (Cardiac Cath Lab, Stroke, Trauma etc.) This role also functions as the Transfer Center for Raleigh General Hospital to coordinate prompt and efficient transfers in and out of the hospital.

Requirements

• Qualified applicants must have completed High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a West Virginia EMT Paramedic is required.
• 2+ years’ recent and active field experience as a Paramedic is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in optimum operation of the Region 1 Medical Command Center by establishing linkages and subsequently relaying all appropriate information to the patient care team.
• Activates the appropriate response team for patient care alerts (STEMI, Trauma, Stroke, etc).
• Receives and relays patient information from inbound ground and air transport units per protocol.
• Coordinates the role as a regional communication and disaster resource center
• Prepares statistical reports and performs clerical functions such as filing, mail preparation, data entry, scanning, and faxing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees