EMS Dispatcher 2 in NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: EMS Dispatcher 2

Location: Mobile Health

Department Name: MH Central Communication

Req #: 0000249101

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $25.83 - $31.81 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Graduate or GED

Must be 18 years of age

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

Preferred:

PHTLS/ITLS

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

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 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

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job,

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice,