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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

MEMS Now Recruiting for Rookie 45 Class 

Suitable and qualified candidates are selected for Rookie School and are paid an hourly rate while going through our full-time, eight-week in-house EMT training 

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Nov. 21, 2022) – Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services (MEMS) has opened the application period for its 45^th Rookie Class. Recruits who make it through initial screenings and testing will begin the eight-week training program.

Through a partnership with South Arkansas Community College, MEMS offers college credit at its headquarters for EMT training.  MEMS EMT-B training, otherwise known as Rookie School, is usually held twice each year as staffing needs occur. Classes and deadlines to apply will be announced prior to the anticipated start date. 

“EMTs are an essential member of the first responder community,” said Greg Thompson, executive director of MEMS. “Our EMT training program ensures that when our community calls for help, MEMS is there to answer that call with a professional response.”

Rookies must meet the following minimum requirements in order to receive consideration for the MEMS EMT Rookie School:

1. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
2. Possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license
3. Meet age requirement as defined by MEMS automobile insurance carrier, currently at age 19
4. Must have an acceptable driving record as defined by MEMS automobile insurance carrier and provide a Motor Vehicle Record from the Department of Finance and Administration
5. Must be physically fit as outlined on the Physical Agility Test, based on job specifics
6. Must take the Accuplacer test, consisting of writing, reading, and elementary Algebra
7. Must be admissible to the South Arkansas Community College
8. Must pass a drug test
9. Must have pass a criminal background check from the Arkansas State Police Headquarters

After successful course completion, rookies must obtain Arkansas and national licenses. Students will then be offered full-time employment and are eligible to bid for a full-time shift and be a part of an ambulance crew.

Licensed EMTs, with no experience, receive a starting base annual salary of $32,000 with full benefits; the amount increases to $34,340 after one year.

If you would like to be considered for Rookie School and have questions or need assistance completing the online application, please feel free to contact MEMS HR Department at 501.301.1468 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

About MEMS

MEMS is a public, non-profit entity, and is governed by the Little Rock Ambulance Authority (LRAA). Serving Pulaski and Grant Counties and the cities of Maumelle, Sherwood, and Cabot, MEMS covers approximately 1,800 square miles and more than 400,000 people. Since 2004, MEMS has been accredited with the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) which signifies a “Gold Standard” in emergency medical service providers. 

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