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Now Hiring : Dispatcher

Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost and we will be there when you need us.

With more than 38,000 employees, Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world.

We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.

D ispatcher 1

JOB SUMMARY

Tired of doing the same thing day after day at your current job? Are you looking for a job where each day is different? Do you want a job where you are able to make a meaningful contribution to your community?

Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life? Join us and become one of the first first responders!

As the first first responders, Dispatchers perform a critical role for Emergency Medical Services. Dispatchers take emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatch ambulances via radio.

Dispatchers respond to emergencies large and small, providing real time care and assistance to the public.

As a dispatcher, each day is different, full of new challenges and experiences. Most importantly, this may be the most rewarding job you will ever do.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process both emergency and non-emergency calls to determine what type of assistance is needed and ensure that help is dispatched in a timely manner.
• Maintain a high standard of accountability and professionalism while demonstrating an excellent standard of care, and exemplary customer service
• Provide medical dispatch instructions in accordance with the training and standards of the International Academy of Emergency Dispatch
• Track and enter data for emergency and non-emergency calls for service using a computer aided dispatch system.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to dispatch appropriate resources to community members in need of assistance.
• Facilitate the timely transport of patients in our interfacility market.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of emergency dispatch, medical or telecommunications experience, OR a minimum of 2 years of high-demand customer service experience
• Strong reading comprehension and writing skills in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly on the radio and telephone.
• Ability to record, transmit, and report information accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Possess strong typing and data entry skills
• Computer experience sufficient to simultaneously use multiple computer systems and applications after appropriate training

Our Benefits

MEDICAL - GMR offers four different plan options, allowing you to select the right option for you and your family. Our plans cover the full cost of preventive services and include in-network prescription drug coverage.

Our high-deductible plans allow you to open and contribute to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). We also offer Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), allowing you to set aside tax-free dollars for certain expenses.

RETIREMENT - We offer a 401(k) retirement plan to eligible employees and a company match of 50% of your contributions, up to 8% of your compensation continued.

For certain employees who face 401(k) contribution limitations due to higher income levels, we also offer a deferred compensation plan and match.

We also offer financial counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and retirement plan vendor.

VISION - Our two vision plan options cover exams, lenses and frames, and contacts in lieu of eyewear.

TELEMEDICINE - GMR provides a telemedicine benefit through Teladoc for our employees and their dependents. Teladoc offers convenient phone and video care for many medical conditions for a low, fixed copay.

DENTAL - We offer two dental plans, including a plan that covers orthodontics.

SURVIVOR BENEFITS - GMR provides company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. In addition, we offer an option to buy additional coverage for you, your spouse and your children at affordable rates.

INCOME PROTECTION - We offer company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect a portion of your income in case of disability or extended illness.

VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS - We offer a variety of other optional benefits including financial wellness services, legal coverage, identity theft protection and more.

The benefits listed apply to most core non-union positions. Union position benefits are dictated by their specific Collective Bargaining Agreement.