Emergency Medical Dispatch Support Officer - Pool (Multiple positions)

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Emergency Medical Dispatch Support Officer - Pool (Multiple positions) Job no: 890765Work type: CasualLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Emergency Services and Emergency Management SA Ambulance Service, Emergency Operations Centre - PoolMultiple positions - Ongoing / Temporary - Full-time / Part-time / Casual Salary: MCE01P (probation): $63,459.00 pa (pro-rata) / MCE01: $70,439.00 pa (pro-rata) / Casual: $32.11-$35.64 per hour + 25% casual loading An Emergency Medical Dispatch Support Officer (EMDSO) responds to triple zero (000) calls requesting ambulances across South Australia, assisting vulnerable South Australians during times of high stress. To achieve best outcomes for patients, an EMDSO must be able to use assertive communication and problem-solving skills to help guide and determine the most appropriate pathway for the patient. Part-time employment is available and can be negotiated should you receive an offer for employment; however, you are required to work full-time for the first 22 (approx.) weeks of employment to complete the required training . At the end of this period, you will receive a Certificate III in Ambulance Communications (Call Taking) - HLT31015. This nationally accredited course is paid for by SA Ambulance Service (SAAS). The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Eligibility SAAS is seeking applicants with the following abilities, values, and experience: Ability to put the patient first and work confidently with people at all levels to achieve good outcomes Ability to remain calm and solve complex problems in stressful situations Ability to listen, show empathy, and demonstrate compassion towards vulnerable clients/patients Ability to effectively engage and build trust with people from diverse backgrounds through open and transparent communication, preferably over the telephone Ability to use sound inter-personal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing Ability to demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and confidentiality in all dealings Ability to balance the needs of the patient whilst ensuring appropriate protocols and instructions are followed Experience in meeting competing and changing priorities whilst under pressure Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team to achieve good outcomes Experience in the use of and application of Windows-based software and Microsoft Office applications Good geographical knowledge of metropolitan Adelaide and Regional South Australia. Applicants must hold a current HLTAID001 - Provide First Aid qualification to be eligible for appointment. Salary Packaging with SMART As an employee of SA Ambulance Service, you may be eligible to salary package a range of living expenses through Smart. Visit Transition | Local Health Network and SA Ambulance | SA Gov Smart for more information. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Enquiries to: SAAS Recruitment Team - Application Closing Date: Friday 11/04/2025 @ 11:55pm Job ref: 890765 Advertised: 09 Jan 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight TimeApplications close: 11 Apr 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr