Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emt

noun

/ˈiːɛmˈtiː/

Definition

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a trained healthcare professional who provides emergency medical services.

Examples

As an EMT, she arrived at the scene within minutes.
The EMT assessed the patient’s condition before transporting them to the hospital.
He decided to become an EMT after volunteering at a local ambulance service.

Meaning

The term ‘EMT’ refers to a person trained to respond quickly to emergencies, usually in an out-of-hospital setting, providing basic medical care and critical interventions.