FL S1362

Authorizes paramedics to administer medical countermeasures (lifesaving medications or supplies for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear threats, infectious diseases, or natural disasters) in non-emergency settings under medical director supervision

Creates a State Emergency Medical Services Medical Director position appointed by the State Surgeon General, requiring the director to be a licensed physician with specialized EMS training and leadership experience

Expands written agreement requirements so paramedics administering immunizations or medical countermeasures can partner with either the Department of Health or county health departments

Allows independent special fire control districts to authorize their paramedics and EMTs to perform blood pressure screenings, health promotion activities, and administer immunizations or medical countermeasures

Makes medical directors liable for acts or omissions of paramedics administering medical countermeasures in non-emergency environments under their supervision