Region 10 EMT of the Year

Nominees for the Region 10 EMT of the Year Award should exemplify the highest standards of professionalism, dedication, clinical excellence, and service to patients, colleagues, their agency, and the EMS profession. The award recognizes an EMT who consistently demonstrates a commitment to providing exceptional patient care while making meaningful contributions beyond the routine expectations of the position.

The Region 10 EMT of the Year should represent the qualities that make EMS professionals exceptional not only through the care they provide to patients, but through the example they set for their coworkers, their agency, and their community.

Nominations may be submitted by any EMS provider, patient, peer, healthcare professional, or member of the community who has firsthand knowledge of the nominee’s contributions and service.

Award Recipients

2024-

2025-

2027-

CRITERIA

Consideration should be given to the following criteria:

1. Experience and Eligibility

  • Must be a currently certified EMT in good standing.

  • Must have a minimum of three (3) years of active service as an EMT.

  • Must have completed at least one (1) year of service within Region 10 and currently be employed by a Region 10 EMS agency.

  • Must be actively providing patient care at the time of nomination.

2. Professional Performance and Clinical Excellence
The nominee should consistently demonstrate:

  • High-quality patient care and sound clinical judgment.

  • A strong work ethic, dependability, and commitment to duty.

  • Consistent adherence to applicable protocols, policies, and standards of care.

  • Professional and respectful interactions with patients, families, coworkers, healthcare professionals, and allied agencies.

  • A demonstrated commitment to patient advocacy and compassionate care.

  • No significant disciplinary actions within the previous twelve (12) months.

3. Accomplishments and Professional Development
The nominee should demonstrate meaningful accomplishments and contributions, which may include:

  • Exceptional patient outcomes or lifesaving interventions.

  • Recognition, awards, or commendations from supervisors, coworkers, their agency, patients, or the community.

  • Participation in quality improvement initiatives, special projects, committees, or other agency/Region 10 initiatives.

  • Demonstrated leadership within their agency or the EMS community.

  • Continued professional development through advanced training, certifications, continuing education, or other educational pursuits beyond minimum requirements.

  • Contributions that demonstrate a commitment to improving the quality of EMS within Region 10.

4. Above and Beyond Service
The nominee should demonstrate a willingness to consistently exceed the normal expectations of their position and contribute to the success of those around them. Examples may include:

  • Mentoring, coaching, or precepting new EMTs and other EMS personnel.

  • Supporting coworkers during critical incidents, high-demand periods, or staffing challenges.

  • Participating in community outreach, public education, health promotion, or other community service activities.

  • Volunteering time or expertise to support their agency, Region 10, or the EMS profession.

  • Promoting teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment.

  • Serving as a positive role model and ambassador for EMS.

  • Demonstrating a consistent commitment to improving the profession and supporting the next generation of EMS providers.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

Complete the nomination form describing why you believe the currently licensed provider residing in the region should receive the Region 10 EMT of the Year award.

Nomination Form