The EHSF staff continues to closely monitor and respond to the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) challenges. We take great care to align all recommendations from our office with state and federal guidance and resources. We are attempting to communicate frequently, while also making every attempt to reduce redundant communications We are involved in daily conference calls, and willprovide a weekly summary update for all stakeholders.
This document provides the required and approved medication list for EMS agencies based on the certified provider level and EMS agency licensure level.
The Voluntary Rescue Recognition Program (VRSR) is a joint program between the Office of the State Fire Commissioner and the Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. The program recognizing emergency services that can safely and efficiently perform rescue operations and met the standards as established by the two agencies to obtain VRSR.
All providers certified at or above the AEMT level are required to have ALS skills verifications completed by the EMS agency's medical director. The skills verification must be completed initially and every 12 months. The EMS agency is responsible for maintaining the verification records for seven years.
The EMS Act of 2009 and the Rules and Regulations require every EMS agency to have an EMS agency medical director. Here you will find sample medical director agreements.
The EHSF is proud to recognition EMS agencies, providers, and 9-1-1 dispatchers as they serve the citizens of South Central Pennsylvania. The following documents explain the EHSF's commendation awards program to provide recognition. The award request form is also available.