Emergency Medical Services
December 27, 2021 - Availability of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Therapeutics
The purpose of this memorandum is to inform about current COVID-19 therapeutic products available in San Joaquin County. To view the memorandum, click here.December 23, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Friday, December 24, 2021 and Friday, January 31, 2021.December 6, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for September and October 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for September and October 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on ECA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's September and October 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.December 2, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for September and October 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for September and October 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's September and October 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.December 2, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for September and October 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for September and October 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's September and October 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.December 2, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for September and October 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for September and October 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's September and October 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.November 24, 2021 - EMS Draft Policy Available for Public Comment Until January 10, 2022
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is soliciting comments for draft policy to EMS Policy No. 3400. The draft policy and forms may be viewed or downloaded from the Draft Policies page. The 45-day public comment period ends January 10, 2022. Completed comment forms should be submitted by email to Marissa Matta at mamatta@sjgov.org or by U.S. Mail to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency, PO Box 220, French Camp, CA 95231. To view the memo, click here.November 22, 2021 - Rescission of EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-09, Removal of Kaiser Manteca and Kaiser Modesto from List of Authorized Ambulance Receiving Hospitals
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify emergency ambulance service provider personnel and other EMS system stakeholders that effective Monday, November 22, 2021, Kaiser Hospital Manteca and Kaiser Medical Center Modesto are authorized to receive ambulance patients from the field. To view the memorandum, click here.November 19, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Thursday, November 25, 2021 and Friday, November 26, 2021.October 27, 2021 - Adoption of EMS Policy No. 4010, Public Safety Agency Request for ALS Authorization; and Exhibit A: ALS Program Plan Forms; and Exhibit B: Advanced Life Support Authorization Agreement Standard Terms and Conditions
Based on the enactment of SB 438, a continued interest among public safety agencies to provide ALS services, and a desire by communities to expand ALS availability, SJCEMSA is adopting EMS Policy No. 4010, Public Safety Agency Request for ALS Authorization, and Exhibit A: ALS Program Plan Forms; and Exhibit B: Advanced Life Support Authorization Agreement Standard Terms and Conditions. To view the memo, click here.October 14, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for July and August 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for July and August 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on ECA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's July and August 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.October 6, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-08, Ventilator Implementation
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify the EMS system that starting December 6, 2021, SJCEMSA is authorizing the use of mechanical continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines and mechanical ventilators. To view the policy memorandum, click here.October 5, 2021 - Flu Vaccine Mandate Issued by San Joaquin Health Officer
Health Officer Dr. Maggie Park, MD, has issued an order directing all Health Care Workers, including prehospital care personnel, to receive a flu vaccination for the flu season (generally November 1 through April 30th). Prehospital care personnel exempt from vaccination will be required to wear a face mask at all times while working. Click hereto read the order. For further information regarding this order, contact Public Health Services at 209-468-3411.September 24, 2021 – SJCEMSA 2020 Annual Report
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has published its 2020 Annual Report. The 2020 Annual Report summarizes key findings in system evaluation including staffing and training, communications, response and transport, critical care, and disaster medical response. Click 2020 Annual Report to view the SJCEMSA 2020 Annual Report.September 17, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for July and August 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for July and August 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's July and August 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.September 17, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for July and August 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for July and August 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's July and August 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.September 17, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for July and August 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for July and August 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's July and August 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.August 31, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021.August 31, 2021 - San Joaquin County Earns National Recognition for Efforts to Improve STEMI and Stroke Treatment
San Joaquin County EMS Agency has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe heart attacks. To view the press release, click here.August 26, 2021 - Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health Care Facility Visitor Requirements
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify all San Joaquin County prehospital care service providers (EMS) and San Joaquin County Acute Care Hospitals that proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is not required for entry of on duty prehospital care personnel (ambulance or first responders) in acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities or other licensed facilities. To view the memorandum, click here.August 24, 2021 - EMS Draft Policy Available for Public Comment Until October 8, 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is soliciting comments for draft revisions to EMS Policy No. 5109. The draft policy and forms may be viewed or downloaded from the Draft Policies page. The 45-day public comment period ends October 8, 2021. Completed comment forms should be submitted by email to Marissa Matta at mamatta@sjgov.org or by U.S. Mail to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency, PO Box 220, French Camp, CA 95231. To view the memo, click here.August 18, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-07, Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hospital and Health Care System Surge
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide direction to San Joaquin County Acute Care Hospitals regarding the California Department of Public Health’s State Public Health Officer Order “Hospital and Health Care System Surge ” (CDPH Order) requiring Medical Health Officer Area Coordinator (MHOAC) notification. To view the memorandum and instructions, click here.August 16, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for May and June 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for May and June 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's May and June 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.August 16, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for May and June 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for May and June 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's May and June 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.August 9, 2021 – EMS Liaison Meeting Rescheduled
The next EMS Liaison Committee meeting is rescheduled for Thursday, October 7, 2021 beginning at 9AM at the Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, Assembly Room 3, 2101 E. Earhart Ave, Stockton, CA 95206. The agenda packet will be posted to the Committees webpage. A copy of the agenda packet will not be provided at the meeting.August 6, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for May and June 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for May and June 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's May and June 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.August 6, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for May and June 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for May and June 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's May and June 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.July 29, 2021 - EMS Draft Policies Available for Public Comment Until September 13, 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is soliciting comments for new or draft revisions to several EMS Policies. These draft policies and forms may be viewed or downloaded from the Draft Policies page. The 45-day public comment period ends September 13, 2021. Completed comment forms should be submitted by email to Marissa Matta at mamatta@sjgov.org or by U.S. Mail to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency, PO Box 220, French Camp, CA 95231. To view the memo, click here.July 14, 2021 – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Resource Requests
The State of California Logistics and Commodities Task Force is no longer procuring new Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) items to support the COVID-19 pandemic now that the supply chain has recovered. To view the full memorandum, click here.July 1, 2021 – Paramedic Preceptor and Paramedic Accreditation Officer Applications Open
Paramedic Preceptor applications and Paramedic Accreditation Officer applications are now open and will be accepted through July 31, 2021. Applications are available on the SJCEMSA Online Application Portal. The application shall be submitted with a letter of recommendation from your ALS employer verifying that you are in good standing with that employer and the employer intends to use you as a Paramedic Preceptor or Paramedic Accreditation Officer. Click Paramedic Preceptors or Paramedic Accreditation Officer for flyer details.June 28, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021.June 22, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-06, Chemical Restraints, Sedation, and Forced Transport
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide direction to all San Joaquin County Base Hospital Physicians (BHP). Effective immediately, BHPs are prohibited from ordering or authorizing advanced life support (ALS) personnel to administer medications for use as a chemical restraint or sedation, except as specifically authorized in San Joaquin County Emergency Medical Services Agency (SJCEMSA) policy. To view the memorandum, click here.June 17, 2021 - Rescinded San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) Policy Memorandums
The purpose of this memorandum is to rescind the following SJCEMSA policy memorandums:June 17, 2021 - Rescission of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Call Screening
The purpose of this memorandum is to rescind the direction on emergency medical dispatch (EMD) call screening regarding COVID-19. This memorandum supersedes Policy Memorandum No. 2020-12 (Revised) issued May 26, 2020, addressing EMD call screening using the Emerging Infectious Disease Surveillance (EIDS) Tool. To view the complete memorandum, click here.June 3, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for March and April 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for March and April 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's March and April 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.June 3, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for March and April 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for March and April 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's March and April 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.May 24, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021.May 19, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for March and April 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for March and April 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's March and April 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.May 19, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for March and April 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for March and April 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's March and April 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.May 10, 2021- Training Opportunity - Train-the-Trainer Lucas® 3 Chest Compression System, Version 3.1
Train-the-Trainer Lucas® 3 Chest Compression System, Version 3.1 is being offered to San Joaquin County providers that will be using the Lucas® 3 Chest Compression System, Version 3.1, in the San Joaquin County EMS system. Six sessions have been scheduled and you can register to attend one of the sessions by logging into the new online application portal (https://sjcems.imagetrendlicense.com/lms/public/portal#/login). Click here for the course flyer. The courses will be two (2) hours and instructed by the Stryker clinical team. Participants that successfully complete the course will be offered two (2) hours of EMS CE, by California EMS CE provider 39-0001. This course is offered at no cost to participants.
April 30, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-05 Update, Rescinded Coronavirus (COVID-19) Policies
The purpose of this memorandum is to rescind listed SJCEMSA Policy memorandums. To view the memorandum, click here.
April 30, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-04 (Revised v.6), Coronavirus (COVID-19) Daily ACF Bed Polling
The purpose of this memorandum is to direct all San Joaquin County Acute Care Facilities (ACF) to submit a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Bed Poll Spreadsheet to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) each day by no later than 11:00 AM. SJCEMSA will summarize the information collected and issue a report to authorized users for situational awareness and advanced planning for the current public health emergency. To view the revised memorandum, click here.
April 16, 2021 - EMS Draft Policies Available for Public Comment Until May 31, 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is soliciting comments for draft revisions to several EMS Policies. These draft policies and forms may be viewed or downloaded from the Draft Policies page. The 45-day public comment period ends May 31, 2021. Completed comment forms should be submitted by email to Marissa Matta at mamatta@sjgov.org or by U.S. Mail to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency, PO Box 220, French Camp, CA 95231. To view the memo, click here.April 15, 2021 - SJCEMSA New Online Application Portal Now Live
San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is pleased to announce that effective today, our new online application portalfor certifications, accreditations, and authorizations is live. Click here for further information.April 12, 2021 - EMS Liaison Committee Meeting Agenda for April 15, 2021
The EMS Liaison Committee is scheduled for Thursday, April 15, 2021, at 0900 hours. The meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. The full agenda packet with the meeting link and call-in information may be viewed and downloaded from the EMS Agency's Committeesweb page.April 1, 2021 – EMS Liaison Meeting Rescheduled
The next EMS Liaison Committee meeting is rescheduled for Thursday, April 15, 2020 beginning at 9 am. In order to comply with state and local public health guidance, the meeting will be held virtually. Information regarding how to participate in the meeting will be provided with the meeting agenda. Visit the Committees webpage for more information.March 29, 2021 - Employment Opportunity
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency is recruiting for an EMS Analyst until April 9, 2021. Visit San Joaquin County's Employment Opportunities web page for more information.March 26, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2020-19 (Revised v.5), Coronavirus (COVID-19) EMS Personnel Applicants
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify all prehospital care providers of changes to requirements for EMS personnel whose certification, accreditation, or authorization is set to expire during the current COVID-19 pandemic and for changes to requirements for initial applicants. To view the revised memorandum, click here.
March 25, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for January and February 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for January and February 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's January and February 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.March 25, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for January and February 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for January and February 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's January and February 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.March 24, 2021 - San Joaquin General Hospital to be Designated as Level II Trauma Center
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify all interested parties that effective April 1, 2021, San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH) will be designated as a Level II Trauma Center by the SJCEMSA. To view the memorandum, click here.March 23, 2021 - Paramedic Preceptor Conference Rescheduled
The March 26, 2021, Paramedic Preceptor Conference has been rescheduled to Friday, June 11, 2021. Preceptors may enroll online at https://www.sjgov.org/ems/events. To maintain paramedic preceptor authorization per EMS Policy 2570, Paramedic Preceptor Authorization, you shall attend at least one conference per year. Contact the SJCEMSA office with any questions at 209-468-6818.March 17, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for January and February 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for January and February 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's January and February 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.March 17, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for January and February 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for January and February 2021 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's January and February 2021 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.February 24, 2021 - Free EMSA STEMI & Stroke Summits
Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) is hosting two free virtual summits on stroke managementand ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) on June 8, 2021 and June 9, 2021 respectively. Online registration will open in March 2021. Please share with any interested parties.February 12, 2021 - EMS Office Closure
The SJCEMSA Office will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2021.February 9, 2021 - MDA Compliance Report for November and December 2020
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Manteca District Ambulance (MDA) for November and December 2020 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The MDA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on MDA's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view MDA's November and December 2020 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.February 9, 2021 - ECA Compliance Report for November and December 2020
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Escalon Community Ambulance (ECA) for November and December 2020 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The ECA agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view ECA's November and December 2020 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.February 9, 2021 - RCFD Compliance Report for November and December 2020
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of Ripon Consolidated Fire District (RCFD) for November and December 2020 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The RCFD agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on RCFD's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view RCFD's November and December 2020 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.February 3, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-03, Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccine Administration by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
The purpose of this memorandum is to approve San Joaquin County Emergency Medical Services Agency (SJCEMSA) certified EMTs who are affiliated with authorized San Joaquin County providers to participate in COVID-19 vaccination programs approved by San Joaquin County Public Health Services and enrolled in the California COVID-19 Vaccination Program (CalVax). To view the memorandum, click here.January 26, 2021 - EMS Policy Memorandum No. 2021-02, Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccine Administration by Paramedics
The purpose of this memorandum is to approve San Joaquin County Emergency Medical Services Agency (SJCEMSA) accredited paramedics to participate in COVID-19 vaccination programs approved by San Joaquin County Public Health Services and enrolled in the California Covid-19 Vaccination Program (CalVax). To view the memorandum, click here.January 22, 2021 - EMS Draft Policies Available for Public Comment Until March 8, 2021
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency (SJCEMSA) is soliciting comments for draft revisions to several EMS Policies. These draft policies and forms may be viewed or downloaded from the Draft Policies page. The 45-day public comment period ends March 8, 2021. Completed comment forms should be submitted by email to Marissa Matta at mamatta@sjgov.org or by U.S. Mail to the San Joaquin County EMS Agency, PO Box 220, French Camp, CA 95231. To view the memo, click here.January 21, 2021 - AMR Compliance Report for November and December 2020
The San Joaquin County EMS Agency has completed its evaluations of American Medical Response (AMR) for November and December 2020 performance under their exclusive emergency ambulance service agreement. The AMR agreement establishes accountability for meeting specific standards and provides the EMS Agency with complete access to data and information on AMR's operational, clinical, and administrative performance. Click here to view AMR's November and December 2020 compliance report. Previous compliance reports may be found on the Transportation Compliance Report page.January 19, 2021 - Revision to EMS Policy No. 5700, Advanced Life Support Treatment Protocols
This is to notify EMS personnel of changes to EMS Policy No. 5700, Advanced Life Support Treatment Protocols, issued on June 1, 2020. Version 1.4 is now available on the SJCEMSA Policies webpage and has been updated on the SJCEMSA mobile application through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. To view the memorandum, click here.January 12, 2021 - San Joaquin County Accredited Paramedics Needed for Hospital Staffing
Please be advised that all General Acute Care Hospitals are authorized to hire paramedics and EMTs as outlined in SJCEMSA Policy Memorandum No. 2021-01 (Revised): Coronavirus (COVID-19) Authorization for General Acute Care Hospitals to Employ and Use Prehospital Care Personnel. Currently, Dameron Hospital Association (DHA) and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial Hospital (AHLMH) are recruiting for temporary, per diem, and variable shifts. AHLMH and DHA report great success in both hiring and utilizing paramedics to assist within their facilities.Visit the 2020 News Archives for news items from 2020.