At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the calm voice that saves lives by dispatching emergency medical services.
- Company: Join NSW Ambulance, a vital service in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave, generous salary packaging, and fitness perks.
- Other info: Work in Dubbo, a vibrant community with plenty of lifestyle perks.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and able to handle pressure.
The predicted salary is between 80328 - 80328 $ per year.
THINK YOU CAN KEEP YOUR COOL UNDER PRESSURE? READY TO BE THE VOICE THAT HELPS SAVE LIVES? JOIN US AS AN EMERGENCY MEDICAL DISPATCHER IN DUBBO – WHERE EVERY CALL COUNTS.
Employment Type: Permanent full time, 38 hours per week
Salary: $80,328 + 12% super and allowances
Location: Dubbo
WHAT'S ON OFFER
- 5 weeks of annual leave per year
- Generous salary packaging options to help you increase your take home pay: Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + novated leasing
- Leave support including annual, parental, carers and more
- Staff Support Program with extensive free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations with discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy
ABOUT THE ROLE
Based at our Western Control Centre in Dubbo you will work to promptly and effectively deploy Ambulance resources in response to emergency calls and non-emergency transports within a defined geographic area through the Computer Aided Dispatch System. Receive, accurately record and progress 000 telephone calls relating to the business of NSW Ambulance, and requests for the provision of ambulance services.
IS THIS JOB RIGHT FOR YOU?
We are looking for candidates with the below experience and capabilities:
- Enjoy working in a busy environment where multi-tasking with high attention to detail is the norm.
- Tech savvy enough to use multiple software systems whilst under pressure.
- Have proven persistence and ability to maintain logical thought processes and remain calm in stressful situations and challenging circumstances.
- Communicate effectively by listening, showing empathy, and adapting your style to the situation.
- Ability to work 12hr shifts on a 24hr rotating roster. (4 days on, 5 days off).
WHERE YOU WILL BE WORKING
Dubbo is a prime regional hub, where cafes and farms are within minutes of each other; the people are relaxed and welcoming. The community of about 40,000 people is growing with significant economic development.
There are so many opportunities in the region.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Roles are appointed on a permanent full-time basis, working 12-hour shifts, across a 24/7 rotating roster. Applicants are expected to be able to adhere to set rosters as required by their nominated Control Centre. Temporary reasonable adjustments may be considered in extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis with the outcome being at the discretion of the Control Centre.
The successful applicant will be required to attend paid training based at Sydney for a period of 6 weeks. Successful applicants will be allocated to Western Control Centre, Dubbo, for completion of training.
Applicants are required to hold a valid First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011) or must be willing to obtain prior to commencing in the role. Applicants are required to undergo and pass a pre-employment medical fitness check prior to commencing in the role.
NSW Ambulance is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality and people with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for Permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Emergency Medical Dispatcher in Dubbo employer: NSW Ambulance
Join NSW Ambulance at the Fairfield Workshop and become part of a dedicated team that ensures ambulances are road-ready to support lifesaving care across New South Wales. Enjoy job security with a permanent government position, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and access to fitness facilities for you and your family. This role not only offers a chance to enhance your skills but also allows you to contribute to the community in a meaningful way.
