UVM Medical Center

University-affiliated health network delivering patient care

Transportation Communication Specialist - Care Coordination System

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSouth Burlington, VT, USA$21.26 - $31.89 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Some college is preferred.
Must be nationally registered through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic within two years of employment, or certified as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher and Certified Flight Communicator within 12 months.
Two years of experience as an ambulance or emergency dispatcher is preferred.
Six months to one year of experience working in emergency medical services for EMS services is preferred.
Experience in a service-related healthcare occupation demonstrating proficiency in interacting with customers and the ability to work in a high-paced, high-stress, and dynamic environment is required.
Working knowledge of radio communications and computer dispatch is required.
Working knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the RTC Coordination Nurse and RTC Specialist, coordinate appropriate, safe, rapid, and efficient inter-hospital transport.
Coordinate both ground and air transport for patients within the University of Vermont Health region.
Ensure smooth, accurate, and efficient relay of information between EMS agencies, referring providers, consumers, and the Emergency Department at UVMMC.

Desired Qualifications

Some college.
Two years of experience as an ambulance or emergency dispatcher.
Six months to one year of experience working in emergency medical services for EMS services.

Building Name: UVMMC - 40 IDX DriveLocation Address: 40 IDX Drive, South Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: CCS Communications CenterFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours:Shift: Eve/Night-8-12HrPrimary Shift: -Weekend Needs: Every OtherSalary Range: Min $21.26 Mid $26.58 Max $31.89Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak

In collaboration with the RTC Coordination Nurse and RTC Specialist, works to coordinate appropriate, safe, rapid and efficient inter-hospital transport. This includes both ground and air for patients within the University of Vermont Health region. The Transportation Communication Specialist is responsible for ensuring smooth, accurate, and efficient relay of information between EMS agencies, referring providers, consumers, and the Emergency Department at UVMMC.

Education:

High school or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Nationally registered (NREMT) and licensed EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic required within two (2) years of employment OR Certification as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher and Certified Flight Communicator within 12 months.

Experience:

Two (2) years experience as ambulance or emergency dispatcher preferred.
Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in EMS working for EMS services preferred.
Experience in service-related healthcare occupation, demonstrating proficiency in interacting with customers and ability to work in a high-paced, high-stress and dynamic environment.
Must have working knowledge of radio communications and computer dispatch.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.

About the Company

UVM Medical Center

University-affiliated health network delivering patient care

The University of Vermont Health Network coordinates a group of hospitals and affiliated clinics across northern New York and Vermont to deliver patient care close to where people live. It combines community hospital services with academic medicine, sharing knowledge and resources to offer access to advanced technology and treatment options. Care is delivered through coordinated networks rather than isolated institutions, with teams across hospitals working together to treat patients cost-effectively and compassionately. The network’s goal is to improve patients’ lives by providing high-quality care near home, supported by the expertise of the University of Vermont Colleges of Medicine and Nursing and Health Sciences.

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Headquarters: Burlington, VT
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