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Emergency Medical Services > Staff/Objective

EMS Division Chief
Richard Meeker


Assistant Division Chief of EMS
James T. Poltrock

Objective Statement

We strive to accomplish our mission through prompt and appropriate response to medical emergencies. Meeting this objective requires a dynamic approach  to assure that we provide the most current, practical, and cost effective service to the people we serve. We will continue to review, evaluate, and modify our practices and response based on the latest technological and medical advancements.

City of Kenosha Provides Paramedic Care

The City of Kenosha Fire Department is licensed through the State of Wisconsin Health and Family Services.  Medical oversight is provided by Charles Cady, M.D.  The Department trains EMT-Basics and EMT-Paramedics.

Paramedics Perform:

  • Advanced Life Support
  • Monitor the Heart
  • Defibrillation
  • Administer Medications
  • Advanced Airway Management
  • Intravenous Therapy

EMT-Basics Perform:

  • Basic Life Support
  • Oxygen Administration
  • Bandaging
  • Splinting