Job Description
The emergency medical dispatcher will serve within UK emergency services’ dispatch. The dispatcher will be responsible for managing and directing emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching UK ambulances, scheduling ambulance transports, and assisting in air traffic control for helicopters landing at the UK medical center. They will also be responsible for call intake for all incoming EMS units and relay pertinent information to the appropriate party within the hospital.
Qualifications
HS
1 yr
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); plus dispatching certification from The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International within a year of hire
Two years of related experience highly preferred; experience in air traffic control operations and within a large healthcare organization preferred; at least 1 year of Public Safety/911 dispatch experience and/or dispatch certification preferred
Basic medical terminology and computer skills.
Schedule
Must be able to work three 12-hour shifts per week, 1745 – 0615; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.
About UK HealthCare
UK HealthCare Ranked #1 Hospital in Kentucky for Six Years!
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At UK HealthCare, you know you’ll have access to expert knowledge, nationally ranked specialties and personalized, interdisciplinary care. We’re constantly raising the standard of care through groundbreaking research and innovative treatments — all to help Kentucky get healthier. That’s what keeps us going strong, year after year.
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