EMS Communications Specialist I

Pay Range: $21.48/hr - $24.29/hr - $27.55/hr
*Please note, the highest starting rate as a new hire is $24.29/hr, based on applicable experience

POSITION SUMMARY:
The EMS Communications Specialist I is responsible for coordinating the response of all prehospital vehicles. They are also responsible for processing of prehospital paperwork, and performing registration and billing duties.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:
Desired:
- Previous EMS Dispatching experience using Computer Aided Dispatch software and console radio system for communication with pre-hospital resources.
- Previous pre-hospital, hospital or medical office experience

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
- Current National Academy of Emergency Dispatch Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certificate (within three months of hire)
- Current CPR
- Current typing certificate for 35 WPM (certificate must be from within 3 years.)

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:
Must be alert, neat and well groomed. Must have a pleasant personality and a desire to serve the public in a professional, courteous manner as a goodwill ambassador of Enloe Medical Center. Must have a clear and understandable voice to effectively communicate verbally over the radio and telephone. Must be proficient with computer software, email programs and basic office equipment. Computer data entry, typing and aeronautical and topographical map reading skills preferred.