- 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.
- Scan status charts and computer screens, and contact
Emergency medical dispatcher | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Emergency medical dispatchers handle calls from the public and GPs requesting an ambulance.
Emergency medical dispatchers typically work around 40 to 42 hours per week.
As a Emergency medical dispatcher you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 48,650 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Emergency medical dispatcher
Big gender gap
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51,142 GBP
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41,634 GBP
Average salary for full-time Emergency medical dispatcher
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48,650 GBP
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41,634 GBP
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51,142 GBP
Salary over time for Emergency medical dispatcher
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52,950 GBP
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56,070 GBP
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54,925 GBP
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52,659 GBP
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49,335 GBP
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47,961 GBP
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48,650 GBP
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47,241 GBP
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Future outlook for Emergency medical dispatchers
Balanced outlook
6 000+ jobs available 
Fair outlook
-2% yearly wage growth (on average) 
Very good outlook
24% chance of automation in the future Emergency medical dispatcher - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Emergency medical dispatcher and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Emergency medical dispatcher.
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Emergency medical dispatcher. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Emergency medical dispatcher interview
Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.
