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Welcome to the Christian Hospital EMS and EMS Academy page, which serves to inform the public, our pa Charles and Alton.

Christian Hospital Emergency Medical Services (CHEMS) provides emergency services to North St. Louis County fire districts and communities serving more than 210 square miles, as well as outlying communities like St. CHEMS responds to approximately 40,000 calls annually, making us the third-busiest 911 provider in the state of Missouri. Our fleet consists of 22 ambulances and three command/triage vehicles, plus a truck and trailer for disaster response. We employ 80 full-time first responders and 25 on-call responders. Since opening in 2013, over 70 courses have been offered to students at the academy. Christian Hospital EMS (CHEMS) Academy provides a challenging yet rewarding curriculum for students looking to advance in the emergency medical services field. CHEMS Academy offers a wide selection of courses such as 12-lead EKG training, and many NAEMT courses in addition to the EMT and Paramedic programs. The Academy is focused on equipping students with the knowledge and resources needed to be successful on the job.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the families and communities forever changed by September 11, 2001.

We honor their courage, sacrifice, and service—and carry their memory with us.

Never forget. 🇺🇸

09/02/2026

Last chance to register for the PEPL course being held in CHEMS Academy next week, September 8th and 9th!

Principles of Ethics and Personal Leadership (PEPL) is a course that teaches practical skills for effective communication, ethical, decision making, and conflict resolution for EMTs and Paramedics.

Click the link below to complete the registration form.

08/26/2026

🎉 CHEMS 50th Anniversary Celebration — THIS FRIDAY! 🎉

Just a reminder that we’re celebrating 50 years of Christian Hospital EMS this Friday, August 28th, from 12:00–4:00 PM! 🚑❤️

📍 EMS Academy – Christian Hospital
11133 Dunn Rd
Detrick Building – 3rd Floor

Directions: The Detrick Building is located on the back side of the Christian Hospital campus. Once inside, head to the 3rd floor and follow the signs to the EMS Academy.

Come celebrate 50 years of serving the North St. Louis County community! We’ll have current trucks and equipment, opportunities to test your skills, and plenty of chances to catch up with current and former CHEMS team members.

Current employees, former employees, community members, local first responders, friends and family — everyone is welcome!

We can’t wait to celebrate this incredible milestone with you! 🥳🚑
50 years strong. 50 years of service. 50 years of CHEMS.

08/18/2026

Christian Hospital EMS 50th Anniversary Open House 🚑🎉

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of providing EMS services to the North St. Louis County community!

📅 August 28, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
📍 Christian Hospital EMS Academy

Come celebrate this incredible milestone with us! Tour our current trucks and equipment, test your skills, meet our team, and learn more about the history and future of Christian Hospital EMS.

Everyone is welcome! We’d love to see our current and former employees, community members, local first responders and partners, friends, families, and supporters who have been part of our journey over the past 50 years.

Whether you’ve worn a CHEMS uniform, called us when you needed help, worked alongside us, or simply want to celebrate with us—we hope you’ll join us!

50 years. Countless calls. One incredible community. ❤️🚑

Come celebrate 50 years of Christian Hospital EMS!

08/13/2026

🏆 Congratulations, Dr. Melissa Kroll! 🏆

Christian Hospital EMS is incredibly proud to congratulate our Medical Director, Dr. Melissa Kroll, on being named the EMS Physician of the Year by the Missouri EMS Association! 🎉👏

As shared during her award presentation:

“Dr. Kroll exemplifies what it means to be an outstanding Medical Director, serving not only as a clinical leader but also a dedicated teacher, mentor, and advocate for every EMS provider she works alongside.”

We are incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Kroll as part of the CHEMS family. Congratulations, Dr. Kroll — this recognition is so well deserved! ❤️🚑

08/10/2026

🚑 50 YEARS OF CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL EMS! 🎉

For 50 years, Christian Hospital EMS has been serving our community — responding to emergencies, caring for patients, supporting families, and building a legacy we are incredibly proud of. ❤️💙

We’re excited to celebrate this 50th anniversary milestone with the people who have made CHEMS what it is today — our past and present employees, our patients, our families, and the community we’ve been honored to serve.

🎉 Keep an eye out for information about an anniversary celebration coming up!

In the meantime, we need YOUR help!

📸 Current or former CHEMS employees: If you have photos from your time with Christian Hospital EMS, please send them to us via Messenger.

🏘️ Members of our community: Do you have photos, memories, or stories involving Christian Hospital EMS that you’d like to share? Send those our way through Messenger, too!

We would love to showcase these memories and stories at our celebration and take a look back at the people, moments, and memories that have shaped 50 years of CHEMS.

Here’s to 50 years of service, dedication, and caring for our community — and to the next 50! 🚑❤️💙

07/15/2026

OPEN TESTING/INTERVIEWS FOR PARAMEDICS

July 24, 2026 @0900- 1100 in our EMS Academy

Now Hiring: Paramedics at Christian Hospital

Are you ready to take your career in emergency medical services to the next level? Christian Hospital, recognized among the top hospitals in Missouri, is seeking skilled and dedicated Paramedics to join our exceptional team.

We offer:
• Starting pay at $23/hour (based on experience) plus Shift Differentials
• A $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the St. Louis community

At Christian Hospital, you’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that works together every day to save lives and serve with purpose.

https://jobs.bjc.org/jobs/110377?lang=en-us

💙 Answer the call to care — apply today!

05/24/2026

As we wrap up EMS Week, we just want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing people who make our department such a great place.

On Friday, we got together with our crews and their families for a picnic with great food, good company, and some well-deserved recognition. We also had the chance to hand out a few more awards to recognize the accomplishments and contributions made throughout the year.

A huge thank you to every member of our team for your hard work, professionalism, and dedication to serving our community. The commitment you bring every day does not go unnoticed.

We’re proud of each and every one of you. You truly are the best of the best.

05/21/2026

Happy EMS Week!

Yesterday we celebrated our crews with lunch provided by the Florissant VFW Post 4105. Thank you for your continued support of our crews here at CHEMS. We always enjoy having you come by to hang out. Thank you service!

05/20/2026

Happy EMS Week!

Another great day in the books celebrating our crews.

A huge thank you to the Marine Corps League St. Louis Detachment 184 and Mann Meats for their incredible donations and support that made today possible. Your partnership and commitment to first responders is truly appreciated.

Address

11133 Dunn Road
St. Louis, MO
63136

Telephone

(314) 653-5000

Website

https://www.christianhospital.org/Medical-Services/EMS

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