Dispatcher, Sr. jobs in Lafayette, LA

Dispatcher, Sr. coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher, Sr. records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher, Sr. requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher, Sr. works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Dispatcher, Sr. typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dispatcher
  • Lafayette, LA
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME


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    JOB SUMMARY:  Receive and dispatch emergency and non-emergency requests for ground and air ambulance responses.  Direct inbound and outbound telephone calls to appropriate departments, internal and external.

     

    REPORTS TO:              Operations Supervisor 

                                        Operations Manager

                                        Vice President of Operations

     

    EQUIPMENT:  Computers, telephones, printers, pagers, and other related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced. 

     

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position.

    • Assists ground and/or air resources for emergency and non-emergency responses.
    • Coordinates first responder notification of fire departments and other agencies as requried.
    • Receives and keypunches requests for ground and air response.
    • Documents daily activity.
    • Provides pre-arrival instructions using EMD.
    • Trains new Communication Center employees as requested.

     

    These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions.

     

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Physical activities and the amount of time spent performing each while on this job:

     

     

     

    Weight lifting requirements and the amount of time spent lifting on this job:

     

    Vision requirements:

     

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    Exposure to environmental conditions and the amount of time exposed to each on this job:

     

    Noise level associated with this job:

    Moderate Noise (Examples:  business office with typewriters and/or computer printers, light traffic).

     

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • High School Diploma or GED.
    • National and/or State certification as an Emergency Medical Technician determined by appropriate state requirements preferred.
    • Completion of EMD certification will be required.

     

    INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.
    • Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.
    • Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.
    • Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.
    • Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public.

     

    TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

    • Orientation to job requirements.

  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Acadian Ambulance
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME
  • Acadian Companies JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Dispatcher Alternate Job Title(s): Emergency Medical Dispatcher; Paramedic Division/Department: Acadian Ambulance Service Status: Hourly—Non-Exempt Perform...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • acadianambulance
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME
  • Acadian Companies JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Dispatcher Alternate Job Title(s): Emergency Medical Dispatcher; Paramedic Division/Department: Acadian Ambulance Service Status: Hourly—Non-Exempt Perform...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Alarm Dispatcher
  • Lafayette, LA
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME
  • Customer Service Monitoring Representative (Lafayette, LA) Full Time 12 Hour Shifts With Rotating On/Off Schedule Job Summary: Verifies and dispatches the proper authorities for residential and commer...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Alarm Dispatcher
  • Acadian Total Security
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME
  • Customer Service Monitoring Representative (Lafayette, LA) Full Time 12 Hour Shifts With Rotating On/Off Schedule Job Summary: Verifies and dispatches the proper authorities for residential and commer...
  • Just Posted

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Fuel Dispatcher
  • Dupre Logistics, LLC
  • Lafayette, LA FULL_TIME
  • Dupre’ Logistics LLC currently has openings for Inventory & Planning Manager in Lafayette, LA to support our Energy Distribution Services Business Unit.Key duties:Develop and maintain excellent custom...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Fleet Manager/Dispatcher (30100) Full Time | AEL-Corp - Broussard, LA, 70518 chevron_right
  • Bennett Motor Express, LLC
  • Broussard, LA
  • Fleet Manager/Dispatcher Job Details Level Experienced Job Location AEL-Corp - Broussard, LA Remote Type N/A Position Ty...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: Great Pay & Consistent Miles
  • US Xpress Driving
  • Lafayette, LA
  • Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers: 2,220+ Miles Per Week On Average and GREAT PAY! Team Driv...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver Company - 6mo EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - U.S. Xpress
  • U.s. Xpress
  • Lafayette, LA
  • CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: Great Pay & Consistent Miles!. Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers:2,220+...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL-A Company Driver - 6mo EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - U.S. Xpress
  • U.s. Xpress
  • Lafayette, LA
  • CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: Great Pay & Consistent Miles!. Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers:2,220+...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Class A CDL Company Driver - 6mo EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - U.S. Xpress
  • U.s. Xpress
  • Lafayette, LA
  • CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: Great Pay & Consistent Miles!. Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers:2,220+...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Coordinator
  • Viemed Healthcare Inc.
  • Lafayette, LA
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Check data accuracy in referrals * Input activities into databases * Scheduling ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Class D Route Driver
  • Baton Rouge Cargo
  • Lafayette, LA
  • Qualifications: Class D (minimum) up to a Class A CDL license Valid DOT Medical Card Clear MVR Must be able to pass a ba...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Experienced OTR CDL-A Truck Driver - Competitive Pay + $1.5k Sign-On
  • Robert Bearden Inc.
  • Broussard, LA
  • Robert Bearden Inc. is Now Hiring Experienced* Regional OTR CDL-A Truck Drivers! Competitive Pay - Full Benefits - $1,50...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 49.2 square miles (127 km2), of which 49.1 square miles (127 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) (0.19%) is water. Lafayette is located on the West Gulf Coastal Plain. The site was part of the seabed during the earlier Quaternary Period. During this time, the Mississippi River cut a 325-foot-deep (99 m) valley between what is now Lafayette and Baton Rouge. This valley was...
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Income Estimation for Dispatcher, Sr. jobs
$42,254 to $60,650
Lafayette, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago