Emergency Medical Services
In August of 2010 the Rhinelander Fire Department took over operation of all emergency medical responses in the city of Rhinelander. The department has 16 paramedics, 2 advanced EMT's, and 2 EMT's. Our EMT's and Paramedics have years of experience and education. Some are certified instructors through the Wisconsin Technical College System. The department provides these services with three ambulances; a 2021 Demers ambulance mounted on a Ford chasis and 2 Horton ambulances mounted on a 2010 Dodge chasis.
Medic 9-1 Medic 9-2 Medic 9-3
2021 Ford/Demer 4x4 2009 Dodge Ram 4500/Horton 4x4 2009 Dodge Ram 4500/Horton
- Rhinelander Fire Department responded to 1,814 EMS calls in 2022.
- Ambulances are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, covering 8.17 square miles of the city of Rhinelander.
- Our response time average is around 4 minutes.
- Ambulances are advanced life support.
Intercepts
When requested RFD performs intercepts with surrounding BLS ambulances to perform advanced life support care.
Mutual Aid
When requested, RFD provides mutual aid assistance to other agencies. This occurs during an emergency that exceeds the agency's resources, such as a disaster or a multi vehicle accident with multiple injuries.
Public Education
EMS education is done throughout the year, including the month of May during EMS week. CPR and First Aid training is also available throughout the year. To schedule a presentation or training please click here.
Blood Pressure Checks
The Rhinelander Fire Department offers free blood pressure screenings. Stop down to the station to have yours checked.
Continuing Education Requirements
- EMT
- 40 hours of continuing education every 3 years
- CPR certification every 2 years
- HIPPA training annually
- Bloodborne Pathogens training annually
- AEMT
- 50 hours of continuing education every 3 years
- CPR recertification every 2 years
- HIPPA training annually
- Bloodborne Pathogens training annually
- Paramedic
- 60 hours of continuing education every 3 years
- CPR recertification every 2 years
- ACLS recertification every 2 years
- PALS recertification every 2 years
- HIPPA training annually
- Bloodborne Pathogens training annually