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Belleville Area EMS is excited to announce that Joshua Wescott has been hired as our department's first full time Advanced EMT. Josh is a familiar face at Belleville Area EMS, having served our department as both a volunteer and a part time staff member since he first joined us in 2007. As a full-time staff member, Josh will work a rotating schedule on our ambulance.

Josh has been active in EMS for 24 years and is an EMS Instructor with both Madison College and Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Josh had previously worked in the office of the Dane County Executive since 2007.

"Being able to help people in the community you raised your kids in, working with people who are authentic, and you genuinely enjoy being around is the closest one gets to a dream job. It’s an honor to come home and serve the Belleville community with this new role," Wescott said.

We're looking forward to continuing to work with Josh to strengthen our team here at Belleville Area EMS!

Belleville Area EMS consists of a full-time department chief, a full time Advanced EMT, and more than 40 part time and volunteer staff. Our team members hold certifications at the EMT-Basic, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic levels. For more information, please reach out to us via Facebook, stop by our station, or email [email protected].

Local clerks in Dane County have a lot to prepare for during the upcoming elections. EMS staff from Dane County Emergency Management helped review important first aid considerations, including the use of CPR and Naloxone, during a training this week hosted by the Dane County Clerk.

Knowing what to do during a medical emergency can help save lives!

Sauk Prairie Ambulance is HIRING!

See the link below for our job posting!
https://www.saukprairie.com/jobs/info/healthcare-full-time-emt-aemt-12708

If interested, please email [email protected] for an application or call 608-643-4183 for more information!

District One EMS is hiring!!!

If you have any questions, please feel free to message us on Facebook!

Stop the Bleed!

Seconds matter when working to save a life from a traumatic injury. EMS staff from Dane County Emergency Management joined the Dane County Sheriff's Office for a “Stop the Bleed” training for staff at a Madison hotel this week. The training focuses on teaching people how to stop uncontrolled bleeding while they wait for help to arrive.

DCEM staff assisted with translating the presentation for several Spanish-speakers participating in the course, ensuring they would also have access to this life-saving training.

There is a flood watch in effect for Dane County until tomorrow at 7pm. Flooding can occur suddenly, and can be extremely dangerous. Stay informed about current weather conditions and rain forecasts though NWS and local media.

Amazing to see the Chain of Survival in action!

Madison man revived from heart attack reunites with employee who saved his life Seventy-six-year-old Dave Melum had to be revived by an employee after a heart attack on the Odana Hills Golf Course.

We are excited for this partnership!

ALERT! There is an increased risk of drug overdose in Dane County at this time. Here’s what you should know:

🔺 In the last 48 hours, at least 9 people experienced an overdose. This number is higher than what is expected.

🔺 Over the past week, first responders also treated 7 others who reported drowsiness, nausea, sedation, and weakness after consuming crack co***ne.

🔺Similar recent incidents reported by health officials in Milwaukee and Chicago have been linked to a synthetic drug called Medetomidine, a powerful animal tranquilizer.

Learn more and sign up for future alerts: publichealthmdc.com/spikealerts

A little rain won’t scare us away! Survivor celebration is still a ago at the mallards game! See you soon 💙🦆

Send a message to learn more

Following the storms on Tuesday, tens of thousands of us were without power. The lights are back on for most, but crews are still working diligently to restore power for everyone.

If you’re someone without power or who just had it restored, here are a few health and safety tips to keep in mind: https://tinyurl.com/5n8d3tus

If you lost power during the storm, here’s what you need to know about what food to keep and what food to toss: https://tinyurl.com/munkhjxt

Prepare for next time! We’ve got a page all about power outages: https://tinyurl.com/2s42e3tf

Happy EMS Week from our team and our partners to each of you! Thank you for your service to our community, your dedication to training and being the best of the best!! 💙
*stay tuned for more details on PulsePoint, Hope Kits, ASIM and more throughout the week*

At the going down of the sun
and in the morning
We will remember them

(Ode of Remembrance)

You’re the missing piece to ensuring hospital patients receive critical treatment! 🩸🩸🩸

When you come to give blood at the Deer-Grove EMS Station on May 23rd, you’ll get an exclusive Tetris + Red Cross T-shirt (limited quantity). Help us celebrate National EMS week while building the blood supply, donation by donation!

Schedule your appointment today:
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Keep an eye out for our PulsePoint ad at Kwik Trip pumps during the month of May! If you see the ad running, we encourage you to take a picture and tag us in it to help spread the word on PulsePoint and how it can provide help to those experiencing a cardiac emergency in our county. We want to give a big thank you to our PulsePoint sponsors – Madison Fire, UnityPoint Health Meriter, UW Health, and SSM Health – St. Mary’s. Also, thank you to PulsePoint and Kwik Trip for making this happen!

We're hiring an EMS Training Coordinator! This position is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of EMS training and programs at MFD. Work includes oversight of EMS training, supply/equipment logistics, event operations, data management, and quality assurance/improvement.

Learn more and apply by May 20:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/madisonwi/jobs/4491441/ems-training-coordinator?sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Sirens | Dane County Emergency Management The outdoor warning sirens are one tool Dane County Emergency Management utilizes as part of our severe weather warning system. They are intended to be heard outside, and should not be relied upon to be heard inside a structure. Outdoor warning sirens should not be your primary source of alert for ...

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We'll be accepting applications for the position of full-time firefighter/EMT from May 24 through July 1.

Until then, there are plenty of opportunities to get to know us and have your questions answered! Join us at an upcoming recruitment open house. Details here: https://www.cityofmadison.com/fire/blog/2024-05-07/join-us-at-an-upcoming-recruitment-open-house

Rescue 30 has been busy throughout the County the last few weeks. Grateful to have this available to serve the entire community!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good reminder to focus on the importance of mental health and its impact on our well-being. Mental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, or income level. It’s not only a time to take care of yourself, but to check in on others. Learn how to have those conversations or how to take care of yourself at https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/its-okay-not-be-okay-tips-resources-mental-health-awareness-month

Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives every day? Sun Prairie EMS is excited to announce that we are hiring for full-time and LTE paramedics to join our dedicated team of first responders!

As an employer of choice, Sun Prairie EMS offers:

Community Impact: Serving the vibrant Sun Prairie community, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives during their time of need.

State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our EMS department is equipped with the latest technology and resources to ensure you can provide the highest quality care to patients.

Supportive Team Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who are committed to supporting each other and fostering a positive work environment.

Professional Development: Sun Prairie EMS is dedicated to helping you grow in your career. We offer opportunities for training, advancement, and continuing education to help you reach your full potential as a paramedic.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, apply now to join the Sun Prairie EMS team! Click the link below to learn more and submit your application:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunprairiewi/jobs/4442932/paramedic?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Don't miss out on this opportunity to join one of the most respected EMS teams in the region. We look forward to welcoming passionate paramedics dedicated to serving their community with compassion and professionalism.

Starting today, all MFD ambulances and Community Paramedics, including CARES teams, will carry a new medication called Buprenorphine. Buprenorphine is a prescription drug used in the treatment of he**in and other opioid dependence.

Learn how we're taking a progressive, integrative approach to helping those struggling with opioid addiction: https://www.cityofmadison.com/news/2024-02-29/madison-fire-ambulances-community-paramedics-to-carry-buprenorphine