Putnam County Emergency Medical Services is licensed to operate by the Office of Emergency Medical Services, Florida Department of HRS and functions according to Chapter 401, Florida Statutes and CH. 10D-66, Florida Administrative Code. Putnam County EMS became a free standing entity on February 17, 1992 when it was split from the Palatka Fire Department. The Administrative offices are located at 410 S. Hwy 19. The administrative office number is 329-0892 and for billing information the number is 329-0240.
We provide speakers for civic organizations, schools, businesses, and private groups. Demonstrations can be tailored for your specific needs. Topics include, EMS operations, safety, health and wellness, CPR and first aid. Call the administrative office phone number for details.
The mission of Putnam County EMS is to provide quality prehospital mobile health care to the residents and visitors of Putnam County, to serve all with respect, dignity, empathy and compassion, to continue to improve the quality of our care and services through the education of our personnel and the community.