EMS
In 2025, Bath Township Fire Department responded to approximately 1,096 EMS (Emergency Medical Services) calls. Common EMS calls include, chest pain, difficulty breathing, seizures, mental health issues, drug overdoses, strokes, and diabetic emergencies. Additionally, we respond to many trauma calls which include motor vehicle crashes, falls, industrial accidents, and burns. Residents may also see our EMS units on the scene of local sporting events, public gatherings, and other high profile events in Bath Township.
We work hard to try to staff our department with a minimum of two paramedics, 24 hours a day. All BTFD firefighters hold a minimum certification of at least EMT-Basic. We operate two fully equipped ALS (Advanced Life Support) ambulances with the latest technology and equipment to provide the highest level of emergency care available. We have obtained two Lucas II CPR devices and two Stryker Power cot & load systems.
Our paramedics are all Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified and also hold Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications. Many of our EMS personnel also hold Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certificates. All EMS personnel are required to maintain a current HCP BLS CPR card. Many of our paramedics also hold PEARS & ASLS certification. Our EMS personnel train regularly and are required to complete rigorous continuing education requirements.
Bath Township EMS is a State of Ohio EMS Continuing Education site. (Approval #2142) We employ several Ohio EMS instructors and one Ohio EMS CE instructor. Several of our paramedics are also certified as preceptors for Rhodes State College paramedic students.
The department’s protocol is issued by Lima Memorial Health System under the direction of Dr. Todd Brookens, D.O. In 2014, 2015, & 2020 Bath Township was named “EMS Agency of the Year” by Lima Memorial.
Bath Township Fire Department has partnered with EMS MC to manage our EMS billing program. We accept township resident’s insurance as payment in full. Non-residents are billed the full amount of the EMS transport. If you have questions about an EMS bill, please call EMS MC Patient Account Services at 800-849-5603.
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