Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.45 - $32.20
Work Schedule
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
flexible spending accounts
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Retirement Plan
educational assistance
Job Description
Advocate Health is a prominent nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed through the union of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. The organization operates under several brand names, including Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health across the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. As the third-largest health system in the country, Advocate Health is highly regarded for its innovation in clinical care, outstanding health outcomes, exceptional consumer experiences, and commitment to value-based care. With its headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health serves nearly 6 million patients and participates extensively in clinical... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to type 25 words per minute
- Must have problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
- Must work well under stress and emergency situations
- Must maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods up to 2 hours
- Must communicate effectively in person and via phone or radio
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds and use proper body mechanics
- Must have functional range of motion in spine and extremities
Job Qualifications
- Completion of high school or equivalent
- Must be certified as Emergency Medical Dispatcher within 12 months of employment
- Proficient computer knowledge and skills
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work accurately under stress
- Discretion in handling confidential information
- Preferred Georgia Emergency Medical Technician/Basic certificate
- Preferred minimum one year public safety communications experience
Job Duties
- Receive incoming calls for emergency and non-emergency transport requests
- Obtain all pertinent information from callers and dispatch ambulances accurately
- Provide basic life support and pre-arrival instructions to callers
- Complete all paperwork accurately and timely including mileage and zip codes
- Serve as primary point of contact for EMS activities and coordinate shift coverage
- Assign calls to closest units following zoning plan using CAD tools
- Act as EMS coordinator in supervisor’s absence and make appropriate decisions
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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