American Ambulance
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American Ambulance is the sole 9-1-1 provider for the Exclusive Operating Area of Kings County and Fresno County in the heart of Central California. Our Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians respond to over 4000 square miles and 80,000 calls annually. American Ambulance employees 450 personnel and maintains more than 70 ambulances. We operate one of the most unique and diverse EMS systems in the State of California.
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Accreditation
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American Ambulance is one of several companies in the State of California that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS), which reviews and evaluates ambulance providers on the bases of quality and service. The accreditation process promotes and establishes a high standard of care within the ambulance service industry. More information can be found at the CAAS Website.
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Above and Beyond
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American Ambulance’s primary mission is to exceed the expectations of our community. In addition to being the sole paramedic provider, we also maintain a specialized rescue team called STAR (Specialized Trauma ALS Rescue). The STAR team is capable of responding to swift water, open water dive, high angel, and mountainous terrain rescues. Team members also are trained in tactical operations and support the local Sheriff and Police department SWAT teams.
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Partners in the Community
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American Ambulance, along with partner Rogers Helicopters, owns and operates SkyLife of Central California. With a nurse and paramedic team, the crew is staffed daily to respond to critical care air transport needs in the central valley, both in the field and hospital setting. More information can be found at the Skylife Website.
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