CPR-administering crew, for short

EMTS

Think of the first responders who arrive in ambulances and often wear uniforms with medical patches. Their initials stand for a title that includes the word "technician."

This clue is looking for the shorthand term for the medical professionals who perform CPR in emergencies. "For short" signals that the answer is an abbreviation, and "CPR-administering crew" points directly to Emergency Medical Technicians. The answer is their common initialism, EMTS, which fits neatly into crossword grids. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay—just a test of knowing the right medical acronym.