 |
 |
|
|
 |
TOPICS | |
Since 1938, we have provided Emergency Medical Service for our town. Though small in the beginning, we have grown to be one of the leaders in this state. Our call volume has increased substantially over the years and in the future, we can only expect to answer many more. Since we are a volunteer organization, our members serve without pay, and we are supported by the generosity of our townspeople. As the town’s need for our service has increased, our need for more members has also increased. A recruiting drive is presently underway and listed below are a few of the questions, most commonly asked.
We provide the people of Cedar Grove with an Emergency Medical Service, 24 hours a day 365 days a year - Free of Charge.
We are volunteers dedicated to the ideal of helping our neighbors in a crisis or time of need. We are clerks, housewives, mechanics, salesman, students…your next-door neighbor and your co-worker. And we have members who don’t ride on the ambulances but do volunteer in other ways.
BUT I DON’T THINK I COULD STAND THE SIGHT OF BLOOD
This is by far the most misunderstood facet of Emergency Medical Service. I’m sure that many of us can visualize all kinds of horrible things if we give our imagination the chance. The truth of the matter is that very few of our emergency calls involve extensive injuries. For the most part, our calls consist of heart attacks, strokes, broken bones and a variety of home accidents. You will be with a crew of experienced Emergency Medical Technicians. No one expects you to jump right in there and administer emergency care on your first call. You set your own pace, and without realizing it you will find that you have acquired the confidence and skill to handle any emergency situation.
Our Daytime Crews ride from 6am to 6pm one day a week. Although riding the full 12 hour period is encouraged, any considerable amount of time during the day is desperately needed.
Our Night-time Crews ride from 6pm to 6am one night per week. In addition, all crew members are assigned one weekend shift per month from 6am to 6pm.
Our Captain and Ambulance Lieutenant will do everything possible to schedule you for a crew that will best fit in with your available time.
The Rescue Crew extricates patients from motor vehicles, treats and remove patients from confined spaces or from areas which are difficult or hazardous to gain access to, and assist the fire Department with scene lighting and patient care at fire scenes. To become a full rescue member you must complete training in the following areas:
There is no cost to become a member. The Squad pays for all of your training, equipment and anything else you might need.
If you are at least 16 years of age you can join. Although, members have to be at least 18 years old to ride on the rescue truck, and all members have to be at least 19 to drive a Squad vehicle. And as long as you are physical fit there is no maximum age.
The biggest return of all is the future of belonging and being needed by a truly exceptional group of dedicated people. Our social calendar is also very busy with the Christmas Party, Annual Dinner, Parades, Summer Party and Meetings.
We realize that we could never answer all of your questions in one letter. We want to meet you, sit down over a cup of coffee and get to know you better and to let you get to know us better.
page.