COLUMBUS, OH — The Board of Directors of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians is seeking qualified applicants for six positions.  

Those six positions include:  

• Educator-At-Large 

• EMT-At-Large 

• Physician-At-Large 

• Public Member 

• NASEMSO nominated member 

• IAFC nominated member 

All six board positions serve a four-year term.   

Candidates for the Educator-At-Large position are expected to have demonstrable experience in provision of Emergency Medical Services education, leadership, and in the provision of emergency care. Previous involvement in National Registry initiatives is preferred. 

The EMT-At-Large candidates are expected to have demonstrable experience in EMS leadership and education in the provision of emergency care. Previous involvement in NREMT initiatives is preferred. The candidate must also be a current Nationally Registered EMT or Paramedic.  
 
Candidates for the Physician-At-Large position are expected to have demonstrable experience in EMS leadership and education in the provision of emergency care. Previous involvement in National Registry initiatives is preferred. The Physician-At-Large Director represents the National Registry from the perspective of EMS physicians in emergency medical services.  
 
The Public Member of the National Registry board serves to represent the consumer of EMS services. While this member possesses the same rights and privileges as the other National Registry board members, they should bring a perspective of decision and policy making that differs from board members with EMS backgrounds and experience.   

The NASEMSO member of the Board of Directors is a nominated position. The candidate must be nominated by the National Association of State EMS Officials and will represent NASEMSO’s perspective.  

The IAFC member of the Board of Directors is a nominated position. The candidate must be nominated by the International Association of Fire Chiefs and will represent IAFC’s perspective.  

All six positions are open due to expiring four-year terms, though it should be noted that incumbent board members may seek a second term when eligible. If selected, board members must attend two in-person Board of Directors meetings each year in Columbus, Ohio. Board members may also be requested to serve on committees, requiring additional in-person or virtual meetings or conference calls.  
 
Interested applicants should apply by completing the application and submitting a current CV and cover letter here by July 3, 2023. Candidates will be notified of the results no later than November 10, 2023. The results will be announced publicly by November 30, 2023. The successful candidate will begin their term January 1, 2024.    
 
These are volunteer, unpaid positions. All travel and related expenses incurred related to National Registry Board activities will be reimbursed.  
 
About the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians  

The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (National Registry) is the non-profit Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Certification organization for the United States. Its mission is to provide a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice by EMS clinicians throughout their careers, and to maintain a registry of certification status. 

Today, more than 500,000 EMS clinicians are certified by the National Registry. All 50 states recognize National Registry certification, while 48 states use National Registry certification as a basis for licensure. EMS clinicians at the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT) and Paramedic levels work in a variety of capacities throughout the nation as first responders, in hospitals and medical facilities, in schools and colleges, with the police and military and in many other settings. 

Media Contact:  
Shane Cartmill  
Public Relations & Media Manager 
scartmill@nremt.org