The Middletown Division of Fire strives to provide the highest quality EMS service available. All members are cross-trained Fire Fighter/EMTs with over 84% certified as paramedics. The division operates three frontline paramedic units, staffed by two paramedic/EMT's at all times, and one frontline unit cross staffed with three paramedic/EMT's at all times. All medic units carry specialized equipment such as:
Mechanical ventilators/LUCAS Device Compressions
IO insertion device (ability to administer medications into bone cavity)
McGrath ProVision Laryngoscopes
12 lead Cardiac monitors
Training
The Paramedics and EMT's of Middletown Fire Department receive training in different aspects of EMS. All members of the Division of Fire train monthly on different topics of EMS provided by the Middletown Fire Department's Training Bureau. This year's training includes Cardiac, Pediatric, Shock, Stroke and Trauma. These are trained in house as well as with the help of our local hospitals.
Service
The Middletown Division of Fire responded to over 10,300 calls for medical assistance in 2023. The EMS environment today is fast paced and demands a high level of skill and commitment from our members. The Middletown Fire Division is constantly re-evaluating our role in EMS and looking toward the future to best serve our citizens.
Ride Time
EMT and Paramedic Students wishing to do ride time, should contact Captain Shawn McIntosh at (513) 425-1881.
Billing
The City of Middletown outsources the billing of ambulance runs to MediCount Management as a cost-savings measure. If you have a question about your ambulance bill please call 888-410-6986 or email at www.medicount.com. Members of the Medicount Management team would be happy to assist you with your question or concern.
