Dispatcher Ground, Nights

Full Time
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Posted
Job description

Job Summary

This position will partner with internal and external clinical teams when securing transportation for patients into, throughout and out of the system. This role will communicate and collaborate with ED and inpatient nurses, local and regional EMS providers, other transportation services, medical control authorities and others to ensure that best practice standards are integrated into the process of care, to monitor the effectiveness of care, and identify opportunities for improvement. This position will also focus on all external transportation of patients within our system.

Essential Functions

  • Collaborate with both internal and external partners following standardized procedures and processes to plan and prioritize requests for transportation.
  • Utilize logistics to monitor all traffic requests coming into, out of and between Spectrum Health entities. Investigate and resolve all concerns related to transportation needs.
  • Arrange and communicate all transportation requests timely and accurately.
  • Responsible for quality and accurate documentation of all transportation coordination activities.
  • Partner with key Mission Control stakeholders to ensure proper management of throughput is maintained.
  • Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with multiple levels for internal and external customers.
  • Demonstrates commitment to patient and team member safety. Considers safety as the primary factor in all decisions.

Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2 years of relevant experience EMS Preferred
  • LIC-Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - STATE_MI State of Michigan preferred

Physical Demands

  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
  • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
  • Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
  • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
  • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
  • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Standing: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
  • Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
  • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
  • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
  • Squat: Seldom
  • Stair Climbing: Seldom
  • Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
  • Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
  • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
  • Handling: Occasionally
  • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
  • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
  • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally
  • Visual Acuity ¹
    [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Medical Center - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Care Management - Lakeland

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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Spectrum Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.

Spectrum Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

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