Illinois Medical License Defense Lawyer for EMS Personnel

The Illinois Department of Public Health licenses people in Illinois to assure they are competent and keep current in the practice of Emergency Medical Services. This includes the licensing of EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, Advanced EMT, Paramedic, Lead Instructor, Emergency Medical Dispatcher, First Responder, Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse, and Emergency Communications Registered Nurse.

EMS personnel must uphold certain standards and practices. If you face accusations that you’ve violated those standards, you may face discipline, suspension, or the loss of your ability to practice Emergency Medical Services.

Work with the experts at Williams & Nickl if you’re in such a situation.

We can determine your options for defending against disciplinary action by the Illinois Department of Public Health and your local system review board.

Disciplinary Issues for EMS Personnel

You may face disciplinary action to your license for a variety of reasons:

• Unethical or unprofessional conduct
• Sexual misconduct
• Negligence
• Failure to remain current on child support or other financial obligations
• Physical and/or mental impairment
• Violations of state and/or federal confidentiality statutes
• Criminal convictions and/or DUI arrests
• Drug diversion and/or substance abuse

This is not a fully comprehensive list!

Our Understanding of the Issues Affecting You

Multiple statutes, rules and regulations apply to EMS personnel and the procedures followed when addressing licensing issues. We are know the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act. (210 ILCS 50, et. seq.) and the EMS administrative rules.