Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch - FT
Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch - FT
Description
Job Title: Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch - FT
Description
Employment Status:
Full time
Shift:
Variable Hours (United States of America)
Facility:
2301 Brambleton Ave SW - Roanoke CP09 Carilion Medical Center.
Requisition Number:
R157769 Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch - FT (Open)
How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:
The Communication Specialist I works in the call center for Carilion Clinic Patient Transport (CCPT) department. The Communications Specialist is a central link in the safe transfer and transport of patients throughout the region and is one of the first points of contact for patients, prospective patients, discharge planners, insurance companies/brokers, physicians, facilities, 911 dispatch centers, and other Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies with Carilion Clinic.
Successful candidate must be certified as an EMT-Basic, EMT-Advance, EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic in the State of Virginia.
Communication Specialist I rate starts at $20.10, with credit for experience. A $7,500.00 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
Receives emergency and non-emergency transport requests, screens and prioritizes emergency calls.
Escalates flight requests for immediate assistance.
Matches available resources to the patient based on clinical condition and CCPT clinical protocols. Appropriately determines the level of care required and the mode of transport needed based on CCPT scope of practice for basic life support, advanced life support, and critical care.
Anticipates projected patient needs during transport based on clinical condition and history and projected out of hospital time, actively uses this information in the decision-making process as an advocate for quality and patient safety.
Enters patient information into the dispatch software system.
Manages the daily call schedule to ensure the most effective use of resources, operating the radio console, activating and managing the emergency response plan, and real-time problem solving to ensure a consistent delivery of service excellence and service recovery efforts when needed.
Schedules trips and dispatches ground ambulances, using all available tools to identify the closest, most appropriate resource, time-stamps units, monitors ambulance response times, and intervenes with clinical teams to address concerns or delays. Provides updates on arrival time to the requestor when the unit will be more than 10 minutes early or late for a scheduled pick-up.
What We Require:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Prior experience in a call center, 911 dispatch center, or as an Emergency Medical Services provider required.
Licensure, certification, and/or registration: American Heart Association Basic Life Support - Health Care Provider (AHA BLS -HCP) required within 3 months of hire. Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services certification required as an Emergency Medical Technician- Basic (EMT-B).
Other Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient with keyboarding/typing and use of software applications, including Windows. Must demonstrate sustained proficiency in multi-tasking and effective communication skills focused on customer service.
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
Discounts on childcare
Continued education and training
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