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Texas Health Resources Police Dispatcher- Full Time in Fort Worth, Texas
Police Dispatcher
Are you looking for a rewarding career? We’re looking for a qualified Police Dispatcher , like you, to join our Texas Health Resources family.
Work location: 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104
Work hours: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Rotating Shifts
Department highlights:
Growing department
opportunities for growth,
Collaborative team environment
Continuously working to obtain positive outcomes within our field.
Here’s What You Need
Education
- H.S. Diploma or Equivalent is required
Experience
- 6 Months Security or Police Dispatcher is preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- Basic Telecommunications Certification 12 Months is required
What You Will Do
Receive incoming telephone or alarm system calls regarding emergency and non-emergency police and security services, information, and after-hours calls for departments.
Question callers to determine their locations, and the nature of their problems to determine type of response needed.
Determine response requirements and relative priorities of situations, and dispatch units in accordance with established procedures.
Record details of calls, dispatches, and messages.
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.
Enter information into databases or software programs.
Monitor alarm systems to detect emergencies such as fires and illegal entry into establishments.
Monitor and operate security video system to observe and detect potential issues
Maintain access to, and security of, highly sensitive materials.
Relay information and messages to and from emergency sites, and to all other individuals or groups requiring notification.
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation.
Report maintenance or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
Entity Highlights:
Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving our community since 1930.
We specialize in cardiovascular care, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine and emergency medicine. Plus, we have certified programs in Advanced Hip & Knee, Brain Tumor, Advanced Spine Care, and Advanced Palliative Care.
Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level I Trauma Center, a designated Magnet hospital and the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. We are a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, women’s services, cardiac care and much more.
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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.