✨ Happy New Year from Lancaster EMS! ✨ As we welcome 2025, we’re here to support a safe, healthy, and happy year ahead for our community. Thank you for trusting us to be there when it matters most. Here's to new beginnings and continued care! 🎉🚑 #HappyNewYear #LancasterEMS #HereForYou
Lancaster EMS
Medical Practices
Millersville, Pennsylvania 357 followers
Providing comprehensive, skillful, cost effective emergency and non-emergency health care services to Lancaster, PA.
About us
Lancaster EMS, a private, nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization provides primary 9-1-1 emergency medical services to 21 municipalities in Lancaster County, PA. Our EMS service is indispensable to the safety of our communities. Lancaster EMS was formed in 1996 by several Lancaster hospitals divesting themselves of ambulance services to reduce costs. Lancaster EMS is not owned or operated by any hospital. We are governed by a 13-member board of trustees consisting of healthcare and community leaders. In addition to emergency medical care, Lancaster EMS also provides non-emergency medical transport services, EMT and Paramedic Education, public healthcare education programs, community paramedics, medical standby coverage at special events, and tactical paramedics to the Lancaster County Special Emergency Response Team. We are a member of the PA Strike Team responding to natural and manmade emergencies when requested. On every one of our calls, Lancaster EMS Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and Paramedics (EMT-P) are prepared to deliver high quality, life-sustaining treatment to our community of over 260,000 within our 9-1-1 response area. We answer more than 100 requests for service each day; 38,969 requests for service in 2020. Our EMS service is indispensable to the safety of our communities.
- Website
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http://www.lemsa.com
External link for Lancaster EMS
- Industry
- Medical Practices
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Millersville, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1996
- Specialties
- Emergency Medical Services, 9-1-1 Transport, Advanced Life Support, and Mobile Intensive Care
Locations
Employees at Lancaster EMS
Updates
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As the final hours of 2024 slip away, let’s take a moment to honor the heroes who have been there for us through every #emergency, every crisis, and every call for help. While we celebrate with loved ones, our first responders are out there, sacrificing time with their #families to protect our’s🏠♥️ This #NewYearsEve, you can give them the tools they need to keep saving lives. We’re still raising funds to provide PAX Medication Holders💊—life-saving equipment that ensures medications are secure, accessible, and ready during critical emergencies. These tools aren’t just conveniences; they are vital for preventing medication errors and ensuring every second counts when lives hang in the balance⏳ 💬 Picture this: A #firstresponder racing to save someone in cardiac arrest. With a PAX Medication Holder, they can deliver the right medication at the right time, without hesitation or error. It’s the kind of impact that saves LIVES👩🏻🦰👶🏽👵🏻 Our goal is to raise $5,000 to purchase 15 of these essential tools, #empowering our first responders to perform at their best during life-or-death moments. By #donating, you’re giving them the resources they need to continue their incredible work. 💖 Close out the year by making a difference. By donating today, you’re giving more than money—you’re giving the GIFT OF LIFE. 📲 Donate now at the link below and help us equip our heroes for the challenges of the #newyear. Thank you for your compassion and generosity. #Together, we can start 2025 knowing we’ve made a lasting impact❤️🩹 https://lnkd.in/eYcngE_p
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🥂New Year’s Eve Safety Tips from Lancaster EMS!🥂 As we ring in the new year, Lancaster EMS wants to help you celebrate safely. Follow these tips to ensure a fun and worry-free night: 1️⃣Plan Your Night🗺️ Arrange for safe transportation ahead of time. Rideshare services, taxis, or carpooling with a sober driver are great options. Let someone know your plans and check in if plans change. 2️⃣Stay Aware👁️ Be mindful of your surroundings, whether at a gathering or out in public. Keep an eye on personal belongings and stay with trusted friends or family. 3️⃣Drink Responsibly🍹 If you choose to drink, know your limits and pace yourself. Stay hydrated by drinking water throughout the evening. 4️⃣Fireworks Safety🎆 Only use legal fireworks and follow all safety guidelines. Keep fireworks away from children, pets, and flammable objects. 5️⃣Keep Warm🧣 Dress appropriately for cold temperatures, especially if spending time outdoors. Limit your time outside if it’s particularly cold or windy. 6️⃣Know When to Call for Help📲 Recognize when someone may need medical assistance and don’t hesitate to call 911. Save emergency and non-emergency contact numbers in your phone. Let’s make 2024 a year to remember for all the right reasons. Stay safe, take care of one another, and have a happy New Year!♥️🚑 #lancasterems #newyearsevesafety #CommunityCare #nye2024 #newyearseve #newyear2025 #SafetyFirst
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We're #hiring a new Emergency Medical Technician in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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🚨 WE ARE HIRING! 🚨 Start the new year with a new career! Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Lancaster EMS is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team in the following positions: 🚑 EMTs ($22.25/hr) 🚑 Advanced EMTs ($24.75/hr) 🚑 Paramedics ($28.25/hr) 📌 Why Choose Lancaster EMS? ✅ Competitive pay and benefits ✅ Opportunities for growth and advancement ✅ Be part of a life-saving mission …and so much more!!! 📲 Apply now and start your journey with us: https://lnkd.in/eZFEjfXP Let’s save lives together! 💙 #LancasterEMS #NowHiring #EMTs #Paramedics #AdvancedEMTs #HealthcareJobs #EMSJob
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🚑♥️HELP US GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE!!♥️🚑 This holiday season, while many of us gather with family and friends, our first responders are working TIRELESSLY to ensure our safety, even when it means missing out on the holidays🎄We’re reaching out to you this season to help equip these everyday heroes with the tools they NEED to save lives: the PAX Medication Holders💊 The PAX Medication Holders are ESSENTIAL for storing medication securely and ensuring quick access during emergencies. These life-saving tools help prevent medication errors and PROTECT medications from damage—critical factors in high-stress, time-sensitive situations⏰ To close out 2024, our goal is to raise $5,000.00 to purchase 15 PAX Medication Holders, helping first responders access medications efficiently during CRUCIAL moments--such as cardiac arrests--while reducing unnecessary waste and costs♻️ By donating, you’ll help make sure our first responders are READY to deliver the right medication at the right time—no matter when the emergency occurs❤️🩹 Please donate today and help us give the GIFT OF LIFE to those who give so much to protect our community. Thank you for your support, and for keeping our heroes equipped and safe this holiday season🫂 📲Donate at the link below! @followers https://lnkd.in/eQg8tXNY #ems #fundraiser #fundraising #seasonofgiving #lancasterpa
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🎄 Merry Christmas from Lancaster EMS! 🎄 Wishing our dedicated team, families, and community a joyful and safe holiday season. Thank you for all you do year-round! Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the holidays! ❤️🚑 #MerryChristmas #LancasterEMS #HolidaySeason
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🚗Traveling this Christmas Eve? Stay Safe on the Road!🚗 It's icy out today, and with many people traveling to be with loved ones this holiday season, it's important to stay alert and drive safely🦺Here are a few tips to help you reach your destination safely... 🚙Check Your Vehicle: Before hitting the road, make sure your car is ready for the trip. Check your tires, gas tank, oil, and windshield wipers to ensure everything is in good condition. 🗺️Plan Your Route: Traffic can be heavy and weather conditions unpredictable. Plan ahead and check for any road closures or delays. 👁️Stay Alert: Get plenty of rest before traveling, and make sure you're focused on the road. Avoid distractions and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ⛑️Keep an Emergency Kit: Have essentials like water, snacks, a flashlight, and a first aid kit in case of unexpected delays. 🚦Slow Down: With icy roads and holiday congestion, it's important to drive at a safe speed. Be patient, and factor in extra time to reach your destination. ✅Buckle Up: Make sure everyone in your vehicle is wearing their seatbelt, no matter how short the trip. Wishing you a safe and joyful Christmas Eve!🎅Let's make it home safely to enjoy the holiday with our loved ones♥️ #DriveSafe #holidaytravel #christmasevesafety #HolidayTravelSafety #slowdown #roadconditions
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🎄Lancaster EMS B Platoon Spreads Holiday Cheer While Celebrating Outstanding Care🎄 Last night and into #ChristmasEve, our B Platoon came together for a heartwarming potluck meal. Crews shared laughter, exchanged #SecretSanta gifts, and enjoyed an abundance of delicious food🥗🥤🍔 During this special gathering, we had the honor of presenting four Clinical Save Commendations to some of our incredible #team members. These awards recognized their outstanding clinical care that led to a cardiac arrest patient surviving and walking out of the hospital🏥 ❤️🩹Congratulations to our award recipients❤️🩹 • Lieutenant Ashley T. • Paramedic Ansley M. • EMT Jansen G. • EMT Alaiza M. Your dedication and skill continue to make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. From all of us at Lancaster EMS, and especially B Platoon, we wish you the warmest of wishes and a happy, healthy holiday season!🩵☃️❄️ #LancasterEMS #HolidayHeroes #christmas2024 #ClinicalExcellence #HappyHolidays #Teamwork
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🚧The Future at Fairview: Construction Update🚧 Progress on our new headquarters is moving along smoothly! The logistics building is being drywalled, and work is progressing on the interior of the main building. We're still on track for occupancy in early February 2025! 😊🏢 👷🏼♂️Heck Construction Company, Inc #TheFutureAtFairview #construction #ConstructionUpdate #lancasterpa #lancasternews #EMS #lancastercountypa