EMT-P
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Emergency medical technician-paramedic |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
EMT-P stands for Emergency medical technician-paramedic, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Older title for a paramedic, the highest standard level of prehospital provider in the US, still seen on badges and in some state regulations.
Example: Patient care report signed by K. Jones, EMT-P.
Usage notes
The 2009 national EMS education standards simplified levels to EMR, EMT, AEMT and paramedic. Many paramedics now write "Paramedic" or NRP after their name. Canada and other countries use different titles, such as primary and advanced care paramedic.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.