Customer Service Phone Line

***OEMS is aware that the customer service representative phone line is not operational. While we work on rectifying this issue, please email ems@doh.nj.gov for further assistance ***

Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS)

The Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) certifies more than 26,000 Emergency Medical Technician (EMTs) and 1,700 Mobile Intensive Care Paramedics (MICP's) as well as licensing mobility assistance vehicles, ambulances, mobile intensive care units, specialty care transport units and air medical units totaling more than 4,500 vehicles.

Created in 1967, Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) was the first office of its kind in the United States. OEMS is part of the department's division of Public Health Infrastructure, Laboratories, & Emergency Preparedness.

For routine business questions, please call 609-633-7777 or send an email to ems@doh.nj.gov

For licensed services needing to report a regulatory issue after hours, please utilize the number listed on the licensing platform

Security Alerts

  • All OEMS staff carry State of New Jersey picture identification cards. If you or your service are questioned or stopped by someone claiming to be an OEMS employee and you do not know that person, ask to see his/her state-issued ID card. If you have any further questions after seeing the ID card, please call OEMS for confirmation of the person's identity.

  • Visitors to OEMS: All visitors MUST have a scheduled appointment with OEMS staff. No walk-ins will be permitted. Visitors must have a valid government photo ID with them to present to security upon entering the building. Thank you for your cooperation.

  • Be Alert for Individuals Seeking Information About Emergency Response Agencies
    Specific information Available here [pdf 83k]

Contact EMS

Mailing Address:
NJ Department of Health
Office of Emergency Medical Services
PO Box 360
Trenton, NJ 08625-0360
OEMS Physical Address: (for UPS, FedEx, Visitors)
NJ Department of Health
Office of EMS
55 N. Willow St.
Trenton, NJ 08625

OEMS Telephone Number: 609-633-7777                 OEMS Email: ems@doh.nj.gov
OEMS FAX Number: 609-984-5647

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2024 EMS Week

Dear EMS Community,

As we celebrate EMS Week May 19 – May 25, 2024 and EMS for Children Day on May 22, 2024, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your dedication and service to our communities. Your commitment to providing compassionate care, often in challenging circumstances, is nothing short of inspiring.

This week, as we honor the incredible work you do, I hope you take pride in the difference you make in the lives of others each day. Your professionalism, expertise, and selflessness do not go unnoticed, and they are truly appreciated.

Please enjoy this EMS Week to the fullest, knowing that your hard work and sacrifice make a meaningful difference in the world. Attached, you will find proclamations recognizing your vital contributions from leaders who understand the importance of your role.

Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. Happy EMS Week!

Warm regards, 

Candace Gardner
Director
Office of Emergency Medical Services

2024 EMS Week Proclamation

2024 EMSC Day Proclamation

Anti-Choking Device Position Statement

Dear EMS Provider/Stakeholder,

The New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services has received multiple inquiries regarding anti-choking devices marketed for community use in case of a foreign body obstruction.  The Department has reviewed these devices and is issuing a position statement regarding their use in the pre-hospital setting and/or non-emergency medical transports.  Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at ems@doh.nj.gov.  Thank you.

Sincerely,

Candace Gardner
Director
Office of Emergency Medical Services

***Position Statement***

NJ Emergency Department Status

Emergency Medical Services Payments

New Jersey Public EMS Meetings

2024 Dates and Times

New Jersey EMT Training Fund
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location:
New Jersey Department of Health
55 North Willow Street
Trenton, NJ 08625

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Location TBD
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Location TBD

Mobile Intensive Care Advisory Council
Monday, June 3, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, September 23, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, December 2, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location:
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (OHSP)
Auditorium 
1200 Negron Drive
Hamilton, NJ 08691

EMS for Children
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)

If interested in attending, please email emsc@doh.nj.gov 

New Jersey EMS Advisory Council
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location:
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (OHSP)
Auditorium 
1200 Negron Drive
Hamilton, NJ 08691

New Jersey EMS Meeting Minutes

National Conference on EMS

November 21-23, 2024

Preconference November 20, 2024

http://nationalconferenceonems.com/

Last Reviewed: 5/18/2024