Buncombe County Ambulance Services

The mission at BCEMS is to provide the best possible patient care. By equipping personnel with the latest equipment and offering quality training, the mission is ensured to be upheld.In the field of EMS, personnel aren't specialized; rather, all individuals undergo training to effectively handle a diverse range of emergency situations. Each year, substantial time is devoted to guaranteeing that every situation, no matter how distinct, is approached with the utmost professionalism and compassion. Paramedic personnel are proficient in skills such as Intravenous Access, Orotracheal Intubation, Synchronized Cardioversion, External Cardiac Pacing, and more. Emergency medical care providers in Buncombe County consistently engage in ongoing training to ensure patients receive the most current and efficient care available.

Beyond their daily EMS responsibilities, numerous personnel actively participate in the Special Operations Team, offering paramedic care for unique scenarios. Members of the Special Ops team surpass standard training, acquiring skills essential for responding to fire scenes, conducting search and rescue operations, managing hazardous materials incidents, addressing structural collapses, and providing tactical support to law enforcement. Additionally, they are deployed to cover large civic events when extra ambulances and specialized equipment are required.