Dispatcher / Communications Specialist - System Dispatch - Full T...
Sanford Health - Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States, 57102![Sanford Health](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Location:
Sioux Falls, SDFacility:
Central Patient BuildingAddress:
1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USAShift:
12 Hours - Varied ShiftsJob Schedule:
Full timeWeekly Hours:
40.00Salary Range:
$17.50 - $28.00Full time is 3 shifts a week to include a weekend rotation. Responsible for receiving requests for air and ground medical transport, initiating the mobilization of the appropriate teams, and communicating with referring hospitals/services.Job SummaryDispatchers must have the basic knowledge and skills necessary to assist in providing patient care and transportation. Responsibilities include receiving requests for air and/or ground medical transport, initiating mobilization of teams, and communicating with referring hospitals/services. Must be able to multitask, be detail-oriented, and thorough in completing daily tasks. Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively while collecting vital information from callers is essential.Effectively uses radios and other forms of communication. Performs data entry using the computer, compiles QI (Quality Improvement) data, and maintains access to sensitive materials. Ability to read and interpret small-scale maps and information from a computer screen to provide directions is required.Work hours will vary including overtime, nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Attends training classes to maintain certification and keep abreast of new developments in the field.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Formal knowledge and training of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) principles, practices, and techniques or relevant dispatch experience is helpful but not required. Emergency Medical Dispatch certification or AED certification should be acquired within six months from date of hire.Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package.Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. For accommodation requests, please call 1-877-673-0854 or email talent@sanfordhealth.org. Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.Req Number:
R-0195003Job Function:
Emergency Medical Services
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