Entry Level Call Taker

Job Details

Level
:
Entry

Job Location
:
Commerce, CA 90040

Salary Range
: $20.50 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Category
:
Health Care

Step Into the World of Emergency Medical Services!

Life Line Ambulance has open positions for an entry level position within our Communications Team, that has huge potential for career growth. If you are interested in the Healthcare/Emergency Medical Services Field, looking for a fulfilling job, or wanting to pivot into something new and challenging, this position will help you develop essential skills in a thriving industry. Our team welcomes all backgrounds as we will provide on-the-job training if you are interested and willing to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Be part of a company that genuinely values and supports its team members
• Work under strong leadership that’s invested in your personal and professional growth
• Join a tight-knit team that has your back and celebrates each other’s wins
• Take your first step into the Healthcare and EMS field and build a rewarding career
• Make a real impact every day by helping people and supporting your community when it matters most

• Demonstrates strong verbal communication to coordinate actions and maintain situational awareness
• Effectively conveys critical information, tasks, and next steps to field crews and partner agencies
• Comfortable navigating multiple software platforms and digital tools simultaneously
• Excellent Customer Service Experience in similar industries/fields
• Willing and able to obtain a relevant Emergency Dispatcher Certification within 30 days of hire

Apply now and take the first step in your next career path to making an impact and changing lives!

As a Communications Associate at Life Line EMS's Communications and Dispatch Center, your core responsibility is to provide exceptional customer service while efficiently handling incoming calls from medical facilities. Collaborating with the Matrix and CAD Commander (MACC) for precise Estimated Time of Arrivals (ETAs) and insurance-related inquiries.

• Superior Customer Service: Deliver outstanding customer service by demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism when interacting with callers. Maintain a calm and reassuring demeanor during high-stress situations.
• Call Handling: Answer incoming calls promptly and gather essential information from medical facilities to initiate the booking process.
• CAD Coordination: Collaborate with the MACC to optimize dispatching procedures.
• ETAs and Insurance Queries: Rely on the expertise of the MACC to provide callers with precise ETAs. Assist with answering questions related to insurance coverage and billing, utilizing available resources to provide accurate information.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work in close coordination with fellow Communications Associates, Communications Specialists and Controllers, and the MACC to maintain effective communication and ensure seamless operations within the Communications and Dispatch Center.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of EMS and Dispatch policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and adherence to industry standards.

• Reviews paperwork for accuracy and correct process.
• Must participate in scheduled and unscheduled onsite compliance audits.
• Implies corrective/preventive measures as determined by the Corporate Compliance/Audit Committee.
• Cooperates with Internal Audit, Compliance and People Operations on any recommendations and changes to compliance and legal workflow issues.
• Takes swift and immediate action in accordance with Internal Audit and Corporate Compliance on any areas of concern.
• • Complies and enforces all policies and procedures.
  • Has successfully completed all required Compliance Training within the required time period.
  • Has had no compliance-related corrective action during the current review period.
• Participate in Safety and Risk training and activities.
• Serves as a company representative promoting positive customer relationships through proactive involvement in public business and community activities.
• Ensures a safe and productive work environment. Be a steward of safety, that you and your peers operate safely, in an environment free from danger and risk.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Evaluation
• Relationship Management
• Ethical Practice

• Demonstrated Customer Service experience in any background.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in high-stress situations.
• In-depth knowledge of emergency communication systems, protocols, and best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with other Communications Associates, dispatchers, and hospital and facility…