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EMT Dispatcher

CHI Memorial Chattanooga Chattanooga, Tennessee
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The posted compensation range of $17.50 - $24.01 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-393466 Employment Type Full Time Department Dispatch Hours/Pay Period 72 Shift 12 Hour Day Weekly Schedule 7a-7p variable days Remote No Category Paramedic and EMT
Overview
CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: On-site childcare with extended hours Care@Work premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program Additional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities
Responsibilities

The Telecommunicator’ s primary function is to receive and prioritize calls for service for both the Emergency Medical Services and Public Safety Departments. They obtain pertinent information assign appropriate personnel / resources to the call and further instruct the caller as deemed necessary and document all information in the appropriate format as required or directed. The Telecommunicator monitors the CCTV for the Glenwood and Hixson Security system as well as other security and maintenance systems.

The Telecommunicator will:

1. Answer all phone lines for both EMS and Public Safety in a professional manner.

2. Obtain all appropriate information to prioritize and mitigate the call.

3. Assign the appropriate resources (EMS or Public Safety) required to mitigate the call at hand.

4. Maintain a working knowledge of the unit(s) on duty with regard to status and location.

5. Monitor the security panic alarm system the boiler alarm system and CCTV camera system.

6. Be responsible for sending out various pages as requested or directed through the Emergency Notification System (Everbridge).

7. Perform any other duties as requested by a supervisor the Operations Manager or Director.


Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

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