Public Safety Dispatcher – Emory Healthcare

Title of the Job: Public Safety Dispatcher

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job Description: Description7p-7:30a / Full-Time / 40 hoursWe are seeking an Public Safety Dispatcher to help keep our community safe. We support Emory Healthcare’s mantra of “We’re all in this together.” Our goal is to offer Security Services worthy of premier healthcare. As such, we are committed to providing a safe environment for our patients, their families and guests, and our staff and neighbors. We offer value-enriched services such as friendly-approachable officers, valuables storing, access control, Identification badges and parking. Each service has been personally developed for the purpose of exceeding your service expectations. This individual will:

• The Public Safety Dispatcher displays analytical and organizational skills necessary to receive, evaluate, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance.
• Utilizes effective communication through verbal and typing skills to maintain efficient operations and respond to police and security situations.
• Exhibits technological competency to utilize complex telecommunications, alarms, and computer systems.
• Answer, evaluate, prioritize, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance to Police and Public Safety Officers.
• Monitor and process calls from large number of incoming telephone lines, intercom lines, emergency call boxes and alarms.
• Monitor complex system of alarms, computerized access control, and CCTV.
• Must remain calm and focused during life and death incidents to ensure Police, Security, and Medical response is appropriate and complete.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Two (2) years of customer service/telecommunications, military, law enforcement or security experience required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional training beyond high school preferred.
• APCO, IAHSS or related certification desired.

Additional DetailsSupporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran’s status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Company Name: Emory Healthcare

Salary: $16.1 per hour

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