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Air Medical Communications Specialist - Duke Life Flight

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $51,700.00 - $68,600.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Life insurance
employee wellness program

Job Description

Duke Health stands as a beacon of compassionate care and medical excellence, dedicated to transforming lives through innovative treatments and a commitment to patient well-being. Recognized nationally and internationally, Duke Health combines world-class expertise, leading-edge technology, and dedicated healthcare professionals to advance health outcomes across a broad spectrum of medical needs. This prestigious healthcare system serves patients and their families across diverse communities, striving to provide exceptional service, cutting-edge treatment, and comprehensive support in an environment grounded in respect and dignity. It is an organization that believes in the power of collaboration and shared knowledge to elevate the standards of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of dispatching experience in 911 control line, fire/police dispatching, air traffic control, hospital-based health or related setting
  • Must have one of the following: North Carolina EMT licensure, National Emergency Medical Dispatcher EMD certification, National Association of Air Communication Specialist Certified Communicator, International Association of Air Communication Specialist Certified Communicator, or Certified Flight Communicator certification
  • Must obtain Certified Flight Communicator certification within one year of employment
  • Ability to learn Maestro and Dispatch software applications (Flight Vector and CAD)
  • Master competencies in these areas within 6 months
  • Evaluate progress within the 90 day probationary period

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of dispatching experience in 911 control line, fire/police dispatching, air traffic control, hospital-based health or related setting
  • Must have one of the following: North Carolina EMT licensure, National Emergency Medical Dispatcher EMD certification, National Association of Air Communication Specialist Certified Communicator (NAACS), International Association of Air Communication Specialist Certified Communicator (IAMTC), or Certified Flight Communicator (CFC) certification
  • Ability to learn Maestro and Dispatch software applications (Flight Vector and CAD)
  • Master competencies in these areas within 6 months
  • Evaluate progress within the 90 day probationary period

Job Duties

  • Operate communications center phones, two-way radio transmission and receiving console, weather radar system, computer database, mapping systems and related systems and equipment in support of air medical and ground based patient transport services
  • Respond to emergency transport calls and dispatch the crew according to established procedures
  • Receive incoming calls and set up teleconferences with attending physician(s), transport nurse, referral source and appropriate receiving units
  • Provide information on aircraft or ground transport availability, weather projections, locations and time projections
  • Recommend appropriate utilization of Communications Center services to medical control officer on duty
  • Outline available options and recommend course of action based on assessment of all relevant factors
  • Maintain interface with Public Safety (i.e. Durham EMS, Fire, Police and Rescue) to ensure proper coordination of transport services in emergency and trauma-related transport activities
  • Provide statistical information as requested by flight crew to include average flight distance, average time, latitudes and longitudes
  • Provide directions for specific landing sites
  • Monitor and read weather radar information as requested
  • Coordinate emergency and direct admissions from outside hospitals in conjunction with charge nurses and physicians based on treatment plan and bed availability
  • Accurate and timely documentation of trauma divert status for hospital
  • Work collaboratively with the MCO's, Transfer Center Nurses, Patient Placement, Life Flight Nurses, Case Managers, Billing Department, and all other Departments associated with the Air-Medical Transfer Center to ensure proper information is gathered and entered into the computerized dispatch software correctly and patient transport is complete
  • Maintain database on referrals and hospital locations
  • Access, read and interpret county, state and specialized maps for determining locations of accident scenes or referral sources
  • Provide superior customer service in interpersonal relationships with co-workers, patients, visitors, families, and doctors in a courteous, professional, and friendly manner
  • Promote teamwork by exchanging ideas
  • Enter and record a variety of data and maintain a file of reports, forms, records and daily log
  • Participate in Life Flight educational outreach programs as directed
  • Participate in departmental and/or hospital committees
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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