Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Ames, IA

Emergency Dispatcher is responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Transmits and receives coded and conventional messages. Being an Emergency Dispatcher differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Communicates details of situation and location. Additionally, Emergency Dispatcher enters unit response details into a database. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Dispatcher works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be an Emergency Dispatcher typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Emergency Dispatcher-Emergency Transportation - AS NEEDED
  • UnityPoint Health
  • Des Moines, IA OTHER
  • Overview

    New starting salary of $17.47/hr

    Position coordinates and directs interfacility medical transport of patients of various acuities. Transport modes include air and ground, and are generally facilitated by Life Flight helicopter and/or Alliance ambulance.

    Why UnityPoint Health?

    • Commitment to our Team – We're proud to be recognized as a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
    • Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a  culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
    • Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
    • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
    • Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
    • Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

    Visit  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/  to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.


    Responsibilities
    • Receives, dispatches, and records all requests for emergency and other assistance for IMMC, ILH, MW, and BCH, to include the following:
    • Life Flight
    • Unity Point Ground Ambulance
    • Neonatal and Pediatric Transport
    • Ambulance reports

    Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

    Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

    Preferred or Specialized

    Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

    Education:

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Experience:

    Working knowledge of computers with basic proficiency Working knowledge of radio communications and radio terminology is preferred.

    Previous dispatch experience. Knowledge of EMS community. Experience in aviation operations

    License(s)/Certification(s):

    Paramedic certification or equivalent experience. Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    Ability to multi-task.

    Multicultural Sensitivity

    Microsoft Office-basic computer skills

    Customer/Patient focus

    Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions

    Must be able to communicate effectively with people of diverse professional, educational, and diverse lifestyle backgrounds

    Medical Terminology.


    • Area of Interest: Patient Care;
    • FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.01;
    • Department: Emergency Transportation;
    • Shift: Mix of Days & Nights;
    • Job ID: 138391;
  • 9 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Schaal Plumbing Heating and Cooling
  • Grimes, IA FULL_TIME
  • NOW hiring a Dispatcher Are you a great communicator with the desire to help people? Are you one of the top performers at your current job? Are you well organized and looking for a new career opportun...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Waste Connections
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Waste Connections of Iowa - Des Moines is looking for a Dispatcher to join our team in Des Moines, IA . This person will be responsible for monitoring work flow dispatching our drivers and being the h...
  • Just Posted

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Dispatcher
  • Boone County (IA)
  • Boone, IA PART_TIME
  • Dispatching of police, medical and fire services on a county-wide basis. Calls for services received from various police agencies and E911 system. Operate police radio system, national crime computer ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Green's Appliance, Heating & Cooling
  • Grimes, IA OTHER
  • Due to our expansive growth, we are hiring a Dispatcher to join our team! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! At Green's Appliance, Heating & Cooling we are looking for the right individuals who want to build a c...
  • 3 Days Ago

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RN- Emergency Department-PRN
  • Boone County Hospital - Emergency Department
  • Boone, IA FULL_TIME
  • Nursing…Be a part of our team! We offer a team approach to healthcare, patient care is priority, and employees are valued!Department: Emergency DepartmentPosition Description: Registered NurseStatus: ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Radiologic Technologist (FT) | Radiology | Ames | 2024-053
  • McFarland Clinic
  • Ames, IA
  • McFarland Clinic is currently accepting applications for Radiologic Technologist for its Ames office. Candidates should ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Safety Telecommunicator
  • CITY OF WEST DES MOINES
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Description Civil Service Status This is a Civil Service position Hours of Work Shift and days of week will depend on sh...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Wheelchair Van Driver (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday)
  • Joy Ride Transport, Llc
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Title:** Wheelchair Van Driver **Where:** Des Moines **Days:** Full-Time (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Friday) Start and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Roll Off Driver - Hook
  • Wastesolutionsofiowa
  • Des Moines, IA
  • This is an opportunity to join one of Des Moines fastest growing waste management companies. Over the last 3 years, Wast...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Bus Driver
  • National Express LLC
  • Urbandale, IA
  • School Bus Driver in Urbandale , Iowa **Description** **School Bus Driver** Getting students to school safely, on time, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full-Time Custodian (2nd Shift)
  • Ames Community School District
  • Ames, IA
  • Full-Time Custodian (2nd Shift) JobID: 985 + Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian + Date Posted: 3/30/2023 + ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director, Water & Pollution Control Department
  • City of Ames, Iowa
  • Ames, IA
  • About The Ames Water and Pollution Control Department: The Ames Water and Pollution Control Department has responsibilit...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Material Coordinator Lead - Haiti
  • Amentum
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Amentum, a large government contract company, is seeking a Material Coordinator Lead for a pending contract award in Hai...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ames is a city in central Iowa approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is best known as the home of Iowa State University (ISU), with leading Agriculture, Design, Engineering, and Veterinary Medicine colleges. A United States Department of Energy national laboratory, Ames Laboratory, is located on the ISU campus. In 2017, Ames had a population of 66,498. Iowa State University is home to 36,321 students (Fall 2017), which make up approximately one half of the city's population. Ames also hosts United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sites: the largest federal animal diseas...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Dispatcher jobs
$36,849 to $46,920
Ames, Iowa area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago

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