LifeLine Communication Specialist Transport I Job at Indiana University Health i

Overview

Three, 12-hour shifts / Indianapolis, IN. Works to help triage patients to the correct level of medical transport care, communicates with ground and flight crews, provides flight/ground following and communications, and assists with a variety of short and long-term projects. Works collaboratively with others to deliver the safest and highest quality patient and family centered care possible during transport.

High School/GED required. May require Certified Flight Communicator certification or equivalent training within 18 months of hire; Must maintain current certification by completing required continuing education courses.

Responsibilities

• Requires successful completion of a dispatch orientation program upon hire.
• Dispatch experience preferred; minimum 0-3 years of relevant industry experience; EMT certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills; in-depth knowledge of communication equipment and technology; and knowledge of transport responsibilities in order to give and receive critical information accurately.
• Remain current and active in the profession and the medical transport industry.
• Complete clinical rotations or operational experiences as assigned and by the completion due date.
• Ability to type a minimum of 20-30 words per minute.
• Ability to work with computer programs such as MS Word, MS Excel, and our CAD system.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; certification in Certified Flight Communicator or equivalent within 18 months of hire and ongoing CE requirements.
• 0-3 years of relevant industry experience; EMT certification preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with communication equipment and technologies used in medical transport.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions; please contact us to request accommodation.