Flight Dispatcher

Spectrum Health   Grand Rapids, MI   Full-time
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This is an in person position. Location: 5452 44th St - Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.

Responsible for the coordination of patient transports and maintaining consistent communications between the flight crews, the hospital and/or EMS. Flight follow aircraft (computer aided and/or manual sectional charts) on missions and initiates emergency action plans in case of incident/accident and completes the required documentation.

Essential Functions

  • Receive, coordinate, and relay requests for medical transport.
  • Flight follow aircraft (computer aided and/or manual sectional charts) on missions and initiates emergency action plans in case of incident/accident.
  • Responsible for quality and accurate documentation of all Communications Center activities.
  • Maintains positive relationships with customers and other air medical transport providers.
  • Relays pertinent information during shift change via verbal relay and written documentation.
  • Maintains a professional attitude while answering phones and relays messages as needed.
  • Effectively manages the transfer center to ensure that patient transfers are facilitated within a timely manner
  • Demonstrates commitment to patient and team member safety. Considers safety as the primary factor in all decisions.

Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred Bachelor's Degree
  • 5 years of relevant experience Required
  • EMS/ EMS dispatch experience
  • LIC-Paramedic License - STATE_MI State of Michigan preferred

    Primary Location

    SITE - Aero Med Base - 5452 44th St - Grand Rapids

    Department Name

    Aero Med

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Night (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    36

    Hours of Work

    5:45pm to 5:45am

    Days Worked

    3 Shifts a Week (rotating core schedule)

    Weekend Frequency

    Every other weekend

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    Spectrum Health

    Grand Rapids, MI