Paramedics undergo about 1,000-14,000 hours of training. Paramedics are trained and certified in advanced airways, perform cardiac monitoring, defibrillation and other electrical therapies for cardiac emergencies, start intravenous lines and administer medications. Emergency Services Tribute Day Saturday, May 17 10 am to 5 pm Sponsored by Carilion Clinic Emergency Services and Med-Trans come see the past, present and future of EMS equipment and technology. See modern fire trucks and ambulances up close. Explore antique fire trucks. See inside the cockpit of a Carilion Life-Guard Helicopter!* Help us celebrate and honor Virginia’s EMS workers who provide essential lifesaving services in our communities. All EMS workers and their families admitted FREE. $5 admission. As always, Museum members and infants 2 and under admitted free.
Posted on: Wed, 14 May 2014 23:00:00 +0000
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