Adams County
Adams County spans 1,930 sq. miles, with a population of 21,000 that includes six unincorporated communities. Wheat farming was a main focus of early residents. In 1909 Adams County proclaimed itself “bread basket of the world,” with Ritzville reportedly being the world's largest inland wheat exporter. Two major highways run through the county: I-90 and U.S. Route 395. The topography of the county often creates dust and snowstorms that cause multiple vehicle accidents and road closures. The county has two BLS Verified Ambulance agencies with 29 providers, of which 31% are volunteers
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Certification
Washington State REQUIRES all EMS Personnel to obtain State Certification in order to operate as a provider regardless of National Registry Status.
To Apply for EMS Certification with WA State Department of Health follow the link below to the Department of Health website.
Click HERE for EMS Provider Applications and Forms
This above link will provide information on Initial Certification, Reactivation, and Recertification. Follow all directions provided within the application.
EMS Training
List of Agencies
East Adams Rural Hospital Ritzville (509) 659-1200
Othello Ambulance Service Othello (509) 331-2618
For a comprehensive WA State EMS & Trauma Hospital Designation and Response Area Map, CLICK HERE.
Medical Program Director
Dr. Kevin Hodges
For a comprehensive overview of the duties, responsibilities and regulations that define the roles and activities of the Medical Program Directors, refer to the WASHINGTON STATE MEDICAL PROGRAM DIRECTORS MANUAL.