ED Communication Specialist in Anderson, South Carolina at AnMed

Located in the heart of Anderson, South Carolina, AnMed is a dynamic, not-for-profit health system dedicated to delivering exceptional care with compassion, innovation, and integrity. At AnMed, our mission is simple yet powerful:

To provide exceptional and compassionate care to all we serve.

AnMed has been named one of the Best Employers in South Carolina by Forbes, reflecting our commitment to a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to grow in a new direction, you'll find opportunities to thrive, lead, and make a meaningful impact here.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide quality of patient care consistent with the standards and guidelines established by AnMed Emergency Department.
• While working in the Emergency Department, the communication specialist works under the guidance and supervision of the Emergency Department nurse(s) and the charge nurse(s) to provide treatment as ordered by the physician(s)/provider(s) to promote quality and safe care of the patients within the department.
• Receive incoming reports (EMS, physician offices, nursing homes, etc…). If orders are to be given, the call will be transferred to a nurse or a physician.
• Maintains a database of all EMS alerts requested by EMS prior to arrival.
• Assists with patient callbacks as instructed by the charge nurse and/or physician.
• Assists nursing staff by obtaining vital signs of patients as instructed by the charge nurse of the Emergency Department.

Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalency required. EMT Certificate, graduate of an approved paramedic program, registered nurse, or completion of an approved nursing assistant training course.
• Experience: Hospital-based nursing assistant, phlebotomist, paramedic, surgical technician, patient care technician, registered nurse, or other approved training/education.

Benefits*

• Medical Insurance & Wellness Offerings

• Compensation, Retirement & Financial Planning

• Free Financial Counseling

• Work-Life Balance & Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Professional Development

• For more information, please visit: anmed.org/careers/benefits

*Varied benefits packages are available to positions with a 0.6 FTE or higher.