FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • At this time - no - we do not take public ridealongs. However, we do accept EMT students from affiliated programs for clinical experience!

  • No, we do not. But we can help you find one! Our friends at Portsmouth Ambulance, Shawnee State University and Ross County CTC are a few of the great local EMT class providers.

  • No! As long as you meet all hiring requirements and are capable of performing the job per our handbook anyone is welcome.

  • If you are resident within Harrison, Jefferson, or Madison Township you may receive a soft bill in the mail after your insurance is billed. For any questions regarding billing/insurance, feel free to call our office at (740) 820-3700, Monday-Friday, 08:00AM - 05:00PM

  • Today, Paramedics can administer a wide array of medications including antiemetics, analgesics, and cardiac medications. We can use electricity for deadly cardiac arrhythmias, start IVs, intubate, and numerous other procedures. We’ve come a long way since Emergency!

  • Yes! We adhere to a county protocol produced by Southern Ohio Medical Center (Portsmouth) and under the supervision of our medical director, Dr. Matthew Harcha.