UMC EMS

Are you a dedicated Paramedic or EMT in Texas looking for a new opportunity? Join our team and make a difference in your community! SERVICE IS OUR PASSION!

UMC EMS is a department within UMC Health System, serving the community of Lubbock, Texas since 1975. In 2016, UMC EMS responded to 38,354 emergency calls, transporting 26,072 patients. The population of Lubbock is 239,538. UMC EMS is a "High Performance" EMS system. Our emergency response time is measured to 90% at 08:59 minutes, however we typically achieve the 94th percentile on life threateni

ng calls. Our Communications Center has been accredited by IAED as an ACE Center of Excellance. UMC EMS operates mostly 12 hour shifts, staffed with EMT/Paramedic caregivers. UMC EMS supports seven rural independant EMS organizations within Lubbock County, five of which operate ALS/MICU transport services. High Performance EMS in nature combines a dynamic posting plan and stations for rapid response. The men and women of UMC EMS are proud of the high standard of care administered to our community and our associated programs, such a our Honor Guard, the award winning training department and FTO program and the work with Explorers. Our partner, Lubbock Fire Rescue provides high quality, rapid response to life threatening alarms. UMC EMS works with medical staff at the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center at the UMC Emergency Center.

08/14/2026

Meet the Crew Friday! 🚨

A little series we have to help show off some of our incredible team here at UMC EMS! Today, meet Sydney from 9741D! 🚑

💭How would your crew describe you?
Silly🤪

👩‍🍳What’s one thing people would’ve never guessed about you?
I’m really good at and really love cooking. You’d never know because of my work diet of gas station snacks.

🫶🏡What advice would you give someone considering EMS?
Keep a good support system, nobody keeps you more motivated and sane than some good friends and your family!

⏳How long have you been with the service?
Sydney has been with our service for 5 years!

🥨What is your go to snack while on shift?
A coconut redbull and pretzels!

We are proud to have compassionate and driven providers like Sydney serving our community every day. Thank you Sydney for everything you do! 🚑💙 stay tuned for more of the meet the crew series!

06/26/2026

Meet the Crew Friday! 🚨

A little series we have to help show off some of our incredible team here at UMC EMS! Today, meet Sarah from 9758C! 🚑

💭How would your crew describe you?
hardworking, compassionate, dedicated, dependable, and empathetic!

🐾The first thing I do after a shift is…
change into some comfy clothes and snuggle up with my dogs

🫶 What advice would you give someone considering EMS?
compassion, hard work, and patience go a long way.

⏳How long have you been with the service?
Sarah has been with our service for 3.5 years!

⚡️If you could instantly master one skill, what would it be?
I would want it to be the ability to always plug in the USB on the first try everytime!

We are proud to have compassionate and driven providers like serving our community every day. Thank you Sarah for everything you do! 🚑💙 stay tuned every other Friday for meet the crew series!

06/25/2026

The issue with our non-emergency phone lines has been resolved.

06/23/2026

We are experiencing issues with our 7 digit non-emergency phone lines. If you are having trouble getting through, and need an ambulance call 911. We will provide updates when we have them.

06/22/2026

Congratulations, Paramedic Class of 2026! 🚑🎓

On June 18th, we celebrated an incredible milestone as nine students officially graduated from the UMC EMS Paramedic Program.

Over the past year, these graduates have dedicated countless hours to classroom instruction, clinical rotations, field internships, and hands on training. Their commitment, perseverance, and passion for serving others have brought them to this moment, and we could not be more proud of their accomplishments. While some have already completed their National Registry testing and others are preparing to take that final step, each graduate has demonstrated the knowledge, skill, and determination required to succeed in the paramedic profession.

Please join us in congratulating the Paramedic Class of 2026 as they continue their journey toward providing advanced prehospital care to the communities they serve.

06/12/2026

Meet the Crew Friday! 🚨

A little series we are starting to help show off some of our incredible team here at UMC EMS! Today, meet Macy from 9757B! 🚑

How would your crew describe you?
Awesome ‼️‼️

🐠Fun fact:
I have a pet fish!

📚 What advice would you give someone considering EMS?
Find things your passionate about outside of EMS 🚑

How long have you been with the service?
Macy has been with our service for a year and 3 months!

What is your favorite go to snack while on shift? Any kind of hot chips!🔥

We are proud to have compassionate and driven providers like Macy serving our community every day. Thank you for everything you do! 🚑💙 stay tuned every other Friday for meet the crew series!

05/29/2026

Meet the Crew Friday! 🚨
A little series we are starting to help show off some of our incredible team here at UMC EMS!
Today, meet Logan from 9755A! 🚑

☕ How would your crew describe you?
“Well caffeinated.”

👯 Fun fact:
“I’m a twin!”

📚 Best advice or mindset you live by?
“The best way to learn something is to understand why you’re doing it.”

👏What advice would you give someone considering EMS?
“Always keep learning — you’re never going to know everything.”

❤️What does being an EMT mean to you?
“To me, being an EMT means helping people, whether you’re getting them water or doing CPR.”

⏱️ Time in EMS:
Logan has been in EMS for about a year and has been with UMC EMS for 3 months!

Thank you Logan for your service! 🚑💙

05/20/2026

Happy EMS Week to the men and women who answer the call no matter the hour, weather, or circumstances. 🚑💙

This job demands compassion, sacrifice, resilience, and the ability to stay calm in the middle of chaos. Behind every siren is a team willing to step into someone’s worst day and provide care when it matters most. At UMC EMS, all of our units are MICU capable, allowing our crews to provide ICU-level care right on the streets. Our paramedics are specially trained to manage ventilators, administer whole blood, and deliver advanced critical care interventions long before a patient reaches the hospital. From life saving procedures to simply offering comfort in difficult moments, every call matters. We are proud to serve our community alongside such dedicated EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, firefighters, nurses, law enforcement, and healthcare professionals.

Thank you to every first responder and healthcare worker for the sacrifices you make daily. This week, we celebrate YOU and the heart behind EMS.

(Photo Credit: Paramedic Brandon Bauler)

05/04/2026

On April 30th, our very own Jackie Buck was nominated for the Unsung Hero Award. Jackie embodies what it means to serve. Quiet dedication, unwavering compassion, and a commitment to others that never asks for recognition. Please join us in congratulating him and celebrating the incredible impact he makes each and every day. We are beyond honored to have him as part of our family.

During the ceremony, we also took time to honor and remember two of our own, Paramedics Daniel Le and Audrey Newman, along with a member of the Lubbock Police Department. These were not just colleagues, but friends, mentors, and family. Their loss is deeply felt, but their legacy lives on in every call answered, every life touched, and every story shared. Though they may be gone, they will never be forgotten. Their dedication and sacrifice continue to inspire us, and we carry their memory with us in all that we do.

04/28/2026

Standing by and ready 💪

Our crew had the privilege of providing medical coverage for concertgoers while enjoying some incredible live music. Keeping the community safe is always our priority even when we get to do it with a little background from a legend like George Strait! 🎶

We’re proud to serve, no matter the setting. Thank you to everyone who helps make events like this safe and successful!

Address

1705 E. 9th Street
Lubbock, TX
79403

Website

http://www.umchealthsystem.com/index.php/programsservices/umc-ems

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