EMS Call Taker
Saint Paul, MN 
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Posted 24 days ago
Job Description
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Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

March 01, 2024

Department:

84000601 Communications

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Variable shift length

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

L167-1-EMTs and Paramedics

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

Receives and processes 911 emergency and non-emergency calls and assists in the daily operations of medical transportation. Provides coordination for ALS, BLS and Special Transportation along with other support functions of the communication and transportation division.

Key Position Details:

  • Must Work Every Other Weekend
  • Benefit Eligible

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

  • Answers 911 and interfacility transfer calls in the Emergency Services Communication Center.
    • Provides coordination for ALS, BLS and Special Transportation.
    • Determines level of care using medical triage with caller.
    • Provides caller with medical direction in emergencies prior to on scene arrival.
    • Other duties as assigned.


Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, and High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 0 to 2 years Emergency Medical Services Dispatch or Healthcare (Medical Assistant, Emergency Room Technician) preferred
  • required Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) within 30 Days


Physical Demands
Sedentary:
Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently


Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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