Spec Radio Communications

Overview

The Radio Communications Specialist will monitor EMS communications and provide safe launching and flight following of the TraumaOne helicopters or any other helicopter requesting use of our UF Health Jacksonville helipad.

Responsibilities

Monitor EMS communications and provide safe launching and flight following of the TraumaOne helicopters or any other helicopter requesting use of our UF Health Jacksonville helipad.

Qualifications

Required Education : High school diploma or GED

Necessary Skills : Must possess fundamental knowledge of the Baker Audio Phone / Radio System. Must be able to multi task and maintain composure during stressful times. Must maintain understanding of current Emergency Medical terminology, Fire / Rescue radio codes and signals, FCC rules and regulations, and FAA regulations relating to EMS. Must possess fundamental working knowledge of UHF / VHF radio equipment, portable radios, and radio recording devices. Requires basic computer skills and ability to operate multiple phone lines.

Required Licensure / Certifications : Current Florida EMT Certification or current Florida Paramedic License or Current NREMT Certification. Effective December 1, 2014 existing employees must convert NREMT Certification to State of Florida Licensure by March 31, 2015 and new hire / transfers must convert within 6 month of the date of hire or transfer OR Current Emergency Medical Dispatch Certification / Public Safety Telecommunicator with one (1) year of EMD experience.

Required Experience : Less than one year of experience in a health care setting or EMS Communication setting

Preferred Experience : Previous experience as a dispatcher

Preferred Licensure / Certifications : NAACS Certification

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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