EMS Dispatcher III - EMS/MICU - Per Diem - Varies - Atlantic Mobile Health

Atlantic Mobile Health Dispatcher III

The Atlantic Mobile Health Dispatcher III is an integral part of the Emergency Medical Services Department supporting the Basic and Advanced Life Support personnel.

The dispatcher is responsible for assignment of the most appropriate ALS and/or BLS resource to meet the patient and customer's needs while assuring the safe completion of the emergency through superior communication and customer service skills.

The dispatcher will utilize multiple phone lines, six computer screens and wall monitors containing information ranging from Computer Aided Dispatch(CAD) systems, telecommunications equipment, mapping software, vehicle tracking software, weather and traffic information to assure the safety of medical crews. Coordination with other EMS teams and Communications Center in the region to assure safe operations and collaboration and the necessary logistical support for the mission.

The ideal candidate is committed to safety, detail oriented and one who can function well in a fast paced, dynamic environment where finding solutions to complex logistical challenges is a must. World class customer service and communication skills are mandatory.

1. Initiates the transmission of messages using multiple forms of communications not limited to radio, pager, mobile data and phone in a professional manner.
2. Receives all emergency calls requesting Basic Life Support services for municipalities and clients in North and Central New Jersey, including mutual aid requests from other agencies.
3. Receives all emergency calls requesting Advanced Life Support services for the Mobile Intensive Care programs the Communications Center provides services for including mutual aid requests from other agencies.
4. Answers 911 lines and provides call screening and pre-arrival instructions for calls requiring Emergency Medical Services.
5. Dispatches units by means of radio and telephone equipment provided, in accordance with established protocols.
6. Coordinates and connects radio channel patches to medical control physicians per established protocols.
7. Monitors and records status and location of all vehicles and personnel.
8. Coordinates with hospitals to provide information from the scene of large-scale incidents including incoming patient information per established protocols.
9. Maintains hospital diversion status with periodical updates when necessary.
10. Troubleshoots all radio problems and notify the supervisor for assistance.
11. Staffs the EMS Communications Unit that responds to scenes and pre-planned events when requested.
12. Operates all equipment under the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Communications Commission and the New Jersey State Department of Health. Office of Emergency Medical Services, as pertains to the function of a Mobile Healthcare Communications Center.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High school diploma/GED/ equivalent

Education:

• 911 Officer (BTC) and EMD (New Jersey or National Academy) preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic preferred

Relevant Experience:

• 1+ year of previous emergency and/or medical transport dispatching experience strongly preferred

About Us

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Medical Group
• Atlantic Visiting Nurse
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For."
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the "World's Best Hospitals" in 2026.
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
• Atlantic Health scored four "A" grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
• Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2026.
• Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
• Named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
• Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired.

Atlantic Mobile Health is a non-profit corporation dedicated to providing the fastest air and ground medical transportation services.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health. Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

About the Team

Atlantic Mobile Health is a non-profit corporation dedicated to providing the finest air and ground medical transportation services. We offer immediate and emergent response to municipalities and facilities, as well as non-emergency transportation for patients who need stretcher transportation. The MICU is an emergency response unit that augments the basic life-support therapies provided by local first aid squads and fire departments. Our Air and Ground teams provide some of the most advanced care available for scene emergencies and interfacility transport for our most complex and critical patients. The Patient Transfer Center offers a time-saving service for doctors and staff at any hospital who wish to consult with a specialist