PD EMS Dispatcher 2

RWJBarnabas Health•New Brunswick, NJ

42d•$25 - $31

About The Position

The Dispatcher-EMT is responsible for answering 9-1-1 telephone calls and other telephone calls. Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
Must be 18 years' of age
Driver's License
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification
APCO BTC or State approved equivalent Certification
IAED Advanced Emergency Medical Dispatcher Certification
Hazmat Material Awareness training Certification
Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training Certification
ICS - 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800 Certification

Nice To Haves

PHTLS/ITLS
1-3 years of previous dispatch experience related experience in firefighting/EMS

Responsibilities

The Dispatcher-EMT is responsible for answering 9-1-1 telephone calls and other telephone calls, screening them according to the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch IAED ProQA system and dispatching the appropriate resources
The Dispatcher-EMT will utilize a Computer Aided Dispatch system, radio communications system, and telephone system to communicate with units in the field, update their status on assignment, and ensure the safety of all personnel
This position requires superior communication skills and customer service skills