Job Description
MEDICAL AIRLIFT COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
MEDICAL AIRLIFT COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Req #: 242274
Department: AIRLIFT NORTHWEST - COMMUNICATIONS CENTER
Job Location: Seattle - Other
Posting Date: 12/30/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: 90% of $26.38 - $37.73 per hour
Other Compensation:
Union Position: Yes
Shift: Alternate Work Shift
Benefits: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
Medical Airlift Communications Specialist has an outstanding opportunity for a PART-TIME - 36 hours per week VARIABLE SHIFT - MEDICAL AIRLIFT COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST to join the Communications Center Team at Airlift Northwest.
WORK SCHEDULE
36 hours per week.
VARIABLE SHIFT - Yearly Shift Bid.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Responsible for receiving flight requests and for the timely dispatch and coordination of all Airlift Northwest flight activities according to established protocols and procedures.
Coordinate all aspects of transport for Airlift NW flights including launching flight crew and relaying necessary information, arranging for ground transport at referring and receiving medical facilities when necessary, and relaying information regarding patient medical condition and estimated time of arrival to both the referring and receiving medical facilities or dispatch centers.
Opportunity to help expand care to underserved communities.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for timely call receiving of both emergent and non-emergent telephone lines into the Airlift Northwest communications center.
Operate multiple radio frequencies to communicate with aircraft to relay medical and operational information.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of Airlift Northwest call receiving protocols, and appropriately route calls to the transport team, medical director, maintenance, or Airlift Northwest Administrator on Call.
Responsible to contact rotary wing aircraft every 10 minutes during flight to request a position report which will be documented in the dispatch record.
In accordance with established policy and procedures, exercise independent judgment when handling routing transport requests.
Ensure that all dispatch records are accurate and complete.
Be the point of contact for various law enforcement, fire department, and rescue teams in the event of a lost Airlift Northwest aircraft.
Demonstrate proficiency with all Airlift Northwest communications center equipment.
In the event of an in-flight emergency must activate the Airlift Northwest Post Accident Implementation Plan (PAIP) immediately.
Obtain excellent working knowledge of multiple regional EMS systems.
Actively participate in change of shift briefings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation or equivalent.
Two years of experience in a public emergency communications center.
Proficiency in medical terminology.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements.
ABOUT AIRLIFT NORTHWEST
Airlift Northwest is dedicated to providing safe, efficient and compassionate air medical transport for critically ill and injured infants, children, and adults, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Immediate start, Gangs, Shift work,