When EMS professionals are called, the injured or ill person is often transported to the hospital in an ambulance. EMS professionals work under protocols approved by physicians designated as Off Line Medical Control. The physician oversees the care of patients in EMS systems is knowledgeable about out-of-hospital patient care interventions and delivery systems. Typically, the physicians work in conjunction with local EMS managers to assure quality patient care. EMS may be provided by a fire department, a private ambulance service, a county or government-based service, a hospital-based service, or a combination of the above. EMS professionals may be paid or serve as volunteers in the community.
15 Miss. Code. R. 8-90-05-518.02