Join our Team!

Become the help that matters. Become a volunteer with LMVAS. 

Who We Are

Lisbon‑Mt. Vernon Ambulance Service (LMVAS) is a community-driven, nonprofit EMS agency serving over 150 sq miles—including Lisbon, Mt. Vernon, Cornell College, and surrounding rural areas—with a population of around 8,000+ people. Since July 1974, our volunteer-powered team has been delivering professional, compassionate pre-hospital emergency care using two fully-equipped ambulances and a rapid-response vehicle.

Why Volunteer with LMVAS?

• Comprehensive Training Provided: We welcome individuals at all experience levels—EMRs, EMTs, AEMTs, paramedics, nurses, and even non-medical volunteers like vehicle drivers and support staff. Training includes first aid, CPR, and EMT certification (tuition assistance available under contract).

• Skill-Building & Career Foundations: Hands-on exposure to real emergency scenarios is invaluable, offering critical med-skill development and on-the-job learning opportunities .

• Serve Your Community: Provide meaningful aid with each call—roughly 992 dispatches occurred in 2023 alone—making a real difference in neighbors’ lives .

• On-Call Compensation & Perks: Volunteers receive a stipend of $1/hour when on call, plus call pay when activated. We also offer death & disability insurance, monthly training, voting rights in the LMVAS Volunteer Association, and access to community living quarters for out-of-town members.

Time & Commitment

• Minimum On‑Call Hours: 36 hours per month.

• Monthly Training: Second Sunday of the month at 5pm.

Impact & Value

With around 35 active volunteers as of mid-2024, LMVAS fields thousands of service hours annually—valued at over $750,000/year based on Independent Sector estimates. In 2023 alone, LMVAS responded to 992 dispatches, including 696 transports, ensuring timely care and transport for our community.

Join Us Today!

Volunteering with LMVAS offers hands-on EMS training, a supportive team environment, meaningful community impact, and a pathway to healthcare careers. Whether you're passionate about medicine or eager to help—this is your chance to become a vital part of our emergency response team. Fill out your application now and begin your rewarding journey.