PARAMEDIC- EMT- P

The EMT-P is a care giver who functions as a team leader when responding to emergency calls or during emergency calls or during emergency transport.  In the care giver role, the EMT-/B-I-P, assumes the responsibility for the emergency treatment and routine transfers of patients.  As field leader, the EMT/I-P directs and oversees the care given by their co-workers, other EMS personnel, and bystanders via delegation for highest level of care, coordination, supervision, validation, and evaluation.  EMT-B-I perform patient care technician duties in ER within their licensure as directed by RN.

EMT - BASIC

1. 21 years or older
2. High School education or equivalent
3. Completion EMT-B program
4. Current Illinois EMT-B license
5. Valid Illinois drive’s license with good record

EMT – INTERMEDIATE

1. Same as above
2. Completion of EMT-I program
3. Current Illinois EMT-I license

EMT – PARAMEDIC

1. Same as EMT- B and EMT-I, plus
2. Completion of Paramedic program
3. Current Illinois EMT-P license, ACLS, PALS or PEPP and ITLS certified.
4. Two years as and EMT-P. Good standing with the local EMS system.