About us

Irish Society of Paramedicine

Uniting Our Profession

The Irish Society of Paramedicine (ISP) is a staff-driven, independent professional body established to represent and support all those working in pre-hospital emergency care across Ireland. We exist to give a strong, unified voice to our colleagues in a profession that continues to evolve, grow, and face significant demands.

We are not a trade union, nor are we affiliated with any. Instead, we are a collaborative network of emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, advanced paramedics (APs), community and pathfinder paramedics, supervisors, and retired professionals, working together to support, inform, and empower one another.

Why We Exist

For too long, paramedics have lacked a professional, independent body that truly represents their clinical realities and frontline challenges. While trade unions negotiate on pay and industrial matters, the ISP focuses on the professional voice—ensuring that clinical staff are respected, represented, and protected as the demands on our sector increase.

We have stood up when it mattered—submitting formal letters to the Minister for Health and every TD, conducting votes of no confidence, and publishing survey data when our members felt unheard. We have challenged decisions made without consultation, and we have pushed for recognition of all grades, including the often-overlooked supervisor cohort.

Our Mission

To unite, advocate, and advance the paramedicine profession in Ireland by:

Representing all clinical grades equally and fairly
Promoting professional excellence, education, and development
Acting as a platform for the voices of frontline practitioners
Supporting the mental, emotional, and professional wellbeing of our members
Engaging with key stakeholders, including government, unions, management, and the public

Who We Represent

We proudly support members from every corner of Ireland and every clinical level:

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs)
Paramedics
Advanced paramedics (APs)
Community and specialist paramedics
Supervisors
Interns and students
Retired professionals

Every role matters. Every voice counts. We are committed to equal representation and inclusion across the board.

What We Do

Advocacy & Representation: We raise the concerns of paramedics with health service leadership, political representatives, and national media, ensuring your voice is heard where decisions are made.
Professional Support: From clinical issues to ethical challenges, we’re here to guide and support you throughout your career.
Engagement & Transparency: We facilitate open discussion through meetings, surveys, and forums, with regular updates and communications.
Public Awareness: We promote the value of paramedicine in the healthcare system and the broader community.
Data & Insight: We collect member feedback through anonymous surveys and open dialogue to shape evidence-based responses and advocacy.

Our Values

Unity – We believe in strength through solidarity across all clinical grades
Integrity – We act with honesty, professionalism, and transparency
Respect – We uphold dignity and fairness for every member
Accountability – We are answerable to our members—always
Progress – We embrace innovation, reform, and professional growth

Get Involved

The ISP is your society. Our success depends on your engagement. Whether it’s contributing to surveys, attending meetings, or simply reaching out with ideas or concerns, your input shapes our direction.

Contact us and have your say.
Join us and help shape the future of Irish paramedicine.

Stay connected. Stay informed. Stand with your colleagues.

Together, we are building a stronger, more united profession.

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