prehospital provider


pre·hos·pi·tal pro·vid·er

(prē-hos'pi-tăl prŏ-vī'dĕr) One who provides care in case of medical emergency or trauma.
Synonym(s): emergency medical technician, paramedic.

prehospital provider

A health care provider trained and certified or licensed by the state, who practices emergency assessment and care in the out-of-hospital setting. See: emergency medical technician; first responder; paramedic.See also: provider