MEDCOM Communications Specialist - (Full Time)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$20.28 - $31.43 Hourly
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
May 09, 2025
Responsible for communicating coordinating and directing the deployment of personnel and equipment in the UVA-Medical Transport Network as it relates to internal medical emergency response and external ground and air medical transportation. Responsible for communicating with various internal and external customers involved with patient movement and medical center operations. Understands and properly uses all communication equipment and programs. Maintains safety as a primary role throughout all aspects of transport team resource coordination and multi-mode tracking of transport assets (ground vehicles and aircraft). Identifies potential areas for improved care. Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per department policy. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: $20.28 - $31.43 Hourly MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required. Associate's Degree in Paramedic or Bachelor's Degree in Communications EMS Information Technology or Information Systems preferred. Experience: Previous multi-mission communications center experience preferred. Licensure: Certification as an Advanced EMT or higher in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. Certified Flight Communicator Certification preferred. EMD Certification preferred. National Registry Certification as EMS Provider preferred. Basic Dispatcher course preferred. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS CPR certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently typing/traveling and multi-tasking activities. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, heat, noise, high-stress environment and environment prone to high-capacity sensory stimulation. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.