Contact Idaho EMS: 208-334-4000 1-877-554-3367
Fax: (208) 334-4015 IdahoEMS@dhw.idaho.gov
Volunteer EMS in Idaho
What does an EMT do?
An EMT or Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency 9-1-1 calls, performs medical services, and transports patients to medical facilities. Oftentimes, EMTs respond to car crashes, sick patients, natural disasters, and other incidents. They are usually the first to arrive on scene and have the basic skills and equipment needed to care for patients.
Where do EMTs work?
EMTs work in county, local, and private EMS agencies licensed by the State. Quick Response Units, Search & Rescue Units, Fire Departments, County/City Ambulances, Air Medical Services, as well as some hospitals and private businesses are examples of licensed EMS agencies in Idaho. You can use the link to our Agency Lookup and search for EMS agencies by county or use our map link of EMS agencies in Idaho for a visual representation.
Agency Map
Agency Look-up
Can I volunteer as an EMS provider in Idaho?
Yes. In fact, approximately 40% of Idaho's EMS providers are volunteers. Almost 10% of them also work as career EMS providers with another agency.
If you want to volunteer, or pursue a career to practice EMS in Idaho, you must be licensed by the State of Idaho as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), or Paramedic.
EMS licensing and other rules pertaining to Emergency Medical Services in the State of Idaho fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health & Welfare's Division of Public Health, Bureau of EMS and Preparedness.
Idaho EMS Provider Licensing Requirements (Volunteer and Career)
*Added to the agencies roster as a volunteer or career (paid employee) first responder.
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