As the COVID-19 pandemic remains a dynamic situation, the guidelines will be amended as needed.
COVID-19 Interim Guidelines
Coronavirus Update
Please refer to the announcement flyer for an overview of information including treatment, symptoms and proper infection control to limit exposure for EMS providers.
Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Course
Scheduled September 12th & 13th, from 8:30AM - 5PM Online and at the ODEMSA Office. Click here to register
John Tyler Paramedic Program Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2020
Earn your Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree as a Nationally Registered Paramedic with program completion slated for Spring 2022.
John Tyler EMT Program Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2020
Earn your Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician in only 15 weeks.
Virginia Office of EMS – EMS Transportation of Patients to Alternate Sites White Paper
Please click the link below to open the Virginia Office of EMS - EMS Transportation to Alternate Sites White Paper.Per the Office of EMS, the white paper provides guidance for EMS regarding transportation, protocols and funding to alternate sites in order to reduce volume on facilities during COVID -19. EMS-Transport to Alternate Sites White Paper
Discontinue Nebulizers/BiPAP/CPAP Prior to Entering Emergency Department Until Further Notice
In order to reduce aerosolization and exposure risk, please discontinue any nebulizer/BiPAP/CPAP treatment prior to entering the Emergency Department.
Consolidated Test Sites (CTS) canceled through December 31, 2020
Due to COVID-19, all scheduled Consolidated Test Sites (CTS) within the Commonwealth are canceled through December 31, 2020.
