Dispatcher

• receive, prioritize, coordinate and dispatch NORCAL Ambulance calls for service for ALS, BLS and CCT crews in a swift and proper manner using our Communications Center Dispatch Software.
• Requests will be taken from: hospitals, clinics, medical assistance companies, flight teams or related entities.
• Dispatcher/Customer Service Agent will then coordinate the transportation request and send to the most appropriate unit based on: unit availability, unit location, travel time, etc.
• He/she shall be responsible for: dispatching and call taking for NORCAL Ambulance crews to both the emergency and interfacility setting, including emergency and private callers.
• The Dispatcher will operate tracking, radio or cell phone communication equipment to monitor the status of field personnel and units.
• The dispatcher will perform other related tasks and duties as assigned by the departmental leadership.

The Dispatcher/Customer Service Agent may be assigned to one or more duties. These duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Receive and prioritize all incoming requests for dispatch.
• Efficiently dispatch units to emergency and non-emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to make accurate moment-to-moment decision making in regard to the dispatch of emergency and non-emergency vehicles.
• Effectively triage all incoming requests for service and sends the appropriate unit according to Northwest Ambulance policy and procedure.
• Obtain required information from party requesting medical transport.
• Maintain professional telecommunication contact with field units and other agencies.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively use the dispatch paging system, iPhone, land lines, and all portable or mounted radios; troubleshoots problems including mechanical/equipment problems and contact the operations manager as appropriate.
• Participate in required training programs.
• Perform basic data entry.
• Provide excellent customer service to all callers and crew members.

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