About the Program
John Carroll University Emergency Medical Services (JCU EMS), established in April 2002, is operated by JCU students trained and certified as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B).
Program Details
EMS offers several opportunities for students. The required certification qualifies members for job opportunities in fire, ambulance and hospital services. This experience fosters advanced leadership skills while providing members with clinical exposure, including technical expertise and patient care. It also builds strong relationships among current members, alumni and partner organizations that collaborate with JCU EMS.
The organization works with University Heights Fire Department for ambulance transport when necessary. EMS also works closely with the John Carroll University Police Department and the Office of Residence Life. Our organization is advised by the College of Health, and receives medical direction from University Hospitals physicians.
Training & Requirements
During the summer at John Carroll, you’ll complete a 150-hour EMT-B certification course, along with CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. You can apply for reciprocity if you're already certified as an EMT-B in another state. EMT-Basics are trained to perform patient assessments and manage trauma or medical emergencies, performing tasks such as:
- CPR
- Defibrillation
- Airway management
- Taking vital signs
- Splinting
- Assisting with certain medication administration.
Once a department member, you'll be required to sign up for at least one weekday shift and one weekend shift every third weekend. Members must serve two academic semesters and remain in good standing throughout their time on the team.
Daily Operations
Our medical protocols determine how our responders assess and treat patients in any scenario. Our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) serves as the basis for operational standards and our administrative structure, both internally and in the wider University hierarchy.
Application Information
The application is available year-round. After submitting the online form, you'll be contacted to arrange an interview with the EMS executive board. For more information about the application process, contact jcuems@jcu.edu.