When you become a member of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) you gain a lot.  First, as a member of NAEMT you join an association that represents you and your industry in Washington DC.  But there are tangible benefits too – such as discounts on your college education, scholarship opportunities, no-cost continuing education credits, substantial discounts when you attend EMS Expo conferences and an automatic $10,000 Accidental Death or Dismemberment insurance policy.

 

The annual membership fee is only $40, but if you’re a current member with MEMSA it’s just $30 – a 25% discount. 

NAEMT members work in all sectors of EMS, including government third service agencies, fire departments, hospital-based ambulance services, private companies, industrial and special operations settings and in the military. NAEMT's primary mission is to represent the views and opinions of EMS personnel no matter where they work.

Think you better get that membership started?  Call NAEMT today at (800) 34-NAEMT to learn more.

Lastly, as a NAEMT member, you’re invited to submit a nomination for one or more of the 2008 NAEMT national awards recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions in EMS. Below is a list of these awards:
 
Robert E. Motley EMT of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize an EMT who demonstrates excellence in the performance of Emergency Medical Services, with their primary role being that of patient care outside the hospital.
 
Asmund S. Laerdal Paramedic of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize a Paramedic who demonstrates excellence in the performance of Emergency Medical Services, with their primary role being that of patient care outside the hospital.
 
Leo R. Schwartz Volunteer EMS Service of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize a volunteer service that demonstrates excellence in EMS system design and provision of excellent patient care while fostering a positive and safe work environment for EMS providers.
 
Jeffery Harris Paid EMS Service of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize a paid service that demonstrates excellence in EMS system design and provision of excellent patient care while fostering a positive and safe work environment for EMS providers.
 
William Klingensmith EMS Administrator of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize a person in mid or upper level management of an EMS service who provides a positive and supportive environment for EMS providers to work, promoting safety, professionalism and excellence in patient care.
 
Mary Ann Talley EMS Educator of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize an educator who provides quality and relevant education that supports and enhances the role of EMS providers; and one who serves as a positive role model for EMS providers.
 
Richard Ferneau EMS Medical Director of the Year
Purpose:  to recognize an EMS Medical Director who provides local leadership related to positive patient outcomes; and fosters an environment to support and respect EMS providers.
 
Our online application process makes it simple to submit a nomination.  Here is a link to the awards page on our website:

http://www.naemt.org/awardsAndScholarships/   Please contact NAEMT's Headquarters Office with any questions about submitting an application by email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   Deadline for submission of applications is June 30, 2008.