The Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) certifies more than 26,000 Emergency Medical Technician (EMTs) and 1,700 Mobile Intensive Care Paramedics (MICP's) as well as licensing mobility assistance vehicles, ambulances, mobile intensive care units, specialty care transport units and air medical units totaling more than 4,500 vehicles.
Created in 1967, Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) was the first office of its kind in the United States. OEMS is part of the department's division of Public Health Infrastructure, Laboratories, & Emergency Preparedness.
For routine business questions, please call 609-633-7777 or send an email to ems@doh.nj.gov
For licensed services needing to report a regulatory issue after hours, please utilize the number listed on the licensing platform
Mailing Address: NJ Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services PO Box 360 Trenton, NJ 08625-0360 |
OEMS Physical Address: (for UPS, FedEx, Visitors) NJ Department of Health Office of EMS 55 N. Willow St. Trenton, NJ 08625 |
OEMS Telephone Number: 609-633-7777 OEMS Email: ems@doh.nj.gov |
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Dear EMS Colleagues,
I trust this message finds you well. I would like to extend my warmest wishes to each of you and your teams, during this holiday season.
Below, you will find a crucial document that is being issued to all licensed BLS agencies providing temporary relief from the BLS staffing requirement outlined in N.J.A.C. 8:40-6.3 for non-emergent BLS transportation.
Please take a moment to review the attached document, which provides comprehensive details, provisions, and requirements for the utilization of this relief. We believe this measure will aid in facilitating smooth operations during these challenging times.
We appreciate your commitment to the EMS industry, especially during these demanding times. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the vital role you play in our healthcare system.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year. May the coming year bring prosperity, good health, and continued success.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication and service.
Best regards,
Candace Gardner
Director
Office of Emergency Medical Services
2024 BLS Non-Emergent Staffing Waiver (2nd Revision)
Submit all applications to OEMSAgencyLIC@doh.nj.gov
Dear EMS Provider/Stakeholder,
The New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services has received multiple inquiries regarding anti-choking devices marketed for community use in case of a foreign body obstruction. The Department has reviewed these devices and is issuing a position statement regarding their use in the pre-hospital setting and/or non-emergency medical transports. Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at ems@doh.nj.gov. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Candace Gardner
Director
Office of Emergency Medical Services
Dear EMS Provider/Stakeholder,
To serve as a first responder crewmember on a non-911 BLS ambulance under P.L. 2021, c.477, as amended by P.L. 2022, c.132, the first responder must have successfully completed a first responder training program and received a certification set forth in Executive Directive No. 23-001.
For purposes of implementing P.L. 2021, c.477, as amended by P.L. 2022, c.132, the Department of Health is recognizing the following first responder training programs and certifications:
Please see the attached Executive Directive for further guidance regarding first responder crew requirements. Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact our office at (609) 633-7777 or ems@doh.nj.gov.
Sincerely,
Candace Gardner
Director
NJ Office of EMS
2024 Dates and Times
New Jersey EMT Training Fund
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:
New Jersey Department of Health
55 North Willow Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Location TBD
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Location TBD
Mobile Intensive Care Advisory Council
Monday, June 3, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, September 23, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, December 2, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (OHSP)
Auditorium
1200 Negron Drive
Hamilton, NJ 08691
EMS for Children
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)
If interested in attending, please email emsc@doh.nj.gov
New Jersey EMS Advisory Council
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (OHSP)
Auditorium
1200 Negron Drive
Hamilton, NJ 08691
New Jersey EMS Meeting Minutes
http://nationalconferenceonems.com/
November 21-23, 2024
Preconference November 20, 2024
2024 Call for Speakers will open on or about March 1, 2024!