Emergency Medical Services
In an emergency, dial 434.544.5555
Office: ext. 8027
The Lynchburg College Emergency Medical Service (LCEMS) is a Virginia state-certified emergency health care service.
We provide volunteer Basic Life Support (BLS) to anyone on College property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, during the Fall and Spring semesters. Because we are on campus, we can provide immediate emergency care.
With more than 30 active members including 10 Emergency Technicians (EMT), LCEMS receives more than 160 calls each year.
An EMT and other members with varying levels of training are always on duty. Each member on duty carries a supply bag on rescue calls, and the EMT on duty carries oxygen and airway tools. If transportation to a hospital is needed, a Lynchburg City medic is called to handle the transport.
Membership and Training
Membership is open to students and staff. You don't need experience to join! CPR/AED and EMT-Basic (EMT-B) classes are provided to all members on LCEMS.
The College helps provide payment for the classes when you sign a contract committing at least one year of service. Additional training is offered throughout the year, and all members must stay up-to-date on new protocols and procedures.
Each crew works a 24-hour shift every 5 days. While on call, crew members stay within 3 minutes of campus and free of alcohol or other substances.
EMS Organizations
National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation
ncemsf.org
Lynchburg Life Saving Crew
rescue9.org
