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PROVIDENCE SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
PROVIDENCE HOLY CROSS MEDICAL CENTER
LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY HOSPITAL
LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY - SAN PEDRO HOSPITAL
As a fundamental part of our Catholic health care ministry, the Providence Health System is dedicated to advocacy on behalf of the poor and vulnerable in our communities. Through the efforts of system staff and physicians, volunteers and collaborative partners, we are an active voice in helping to shape health care policy - and public policy in general - to reflect the ideals of universal access to health care, social justice and compassion for all members of our society. |
Advocacy Principles
We use the following prinicples that define what we consider to be the ideal health care system as a guide in developing our system position on various federal and state public policy proposals:
1. Access - A health care system that ensures access to a defined set of basic health care services for all people.
2. People Focus - A health care system that promotes a holistic approach that addresses the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individuals, as well as the social and cultural needs of communities.
3. Quality - A health care system that anticipates and coordinates care across boundaries of time, place, type and organization to maximize quality and health outcomes.
4. Vitality - A health care system that is financially viable and offers a positive environment for patients, physicians and staff. |
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NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Formed in May 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi Universal Entertainment, NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric and 20% owned by Vivendi.
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MemorialCare, a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system with hospitals in Los Angeles and Orange County. An innovator in health care delivery, MemorialCare focuses on evidence-based, best practice medicine. Our physicians and other health care professionals study health care's best practices and work to implement them at all MemorialCare Medical Centers. The results are outcomes that frequently exceed state and national averages. |
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Since opening in 1959, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital has been recognized as the area's leading hospital and healthcare center. Today, this not-for-profit health center serves more than 800,000 residents in 11 cities within southeastern Los Angeles County and portions of the San Gabriel Valley and Orange County.
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Since our founding in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has been solely focused on providing the finest healthcare available among California hospitals. As a result, many advances in all areas of healthcare have been made and hundreds of thousands of lives have been significantly impacted.
More than 1,800 physicians in virtually all medical specialties are affiliated with the California hospital, Cedars-Sinai. They join more than 8,000 employees, 2,000 volunteers and 15,000 fundraising support group members to form a unique partnership in delivering world-class medicine. |
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Huntington Hospital is a 525-bed non-profit, community hospital. Founded in 1892, Huntington is committed to providing our patients excellent care delivered with compassion and respect. We offer a full complement of acute medical care and community services, ranging from general medicine to the foremost specialized programs in cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, women's and children's services, surgery, emergency and psychiatry.
Also a teaching facility affiliated with the University of Southern California School of Medicine,and with several accredited nursing schools and colleges, Huntington Hospital continues to ensure an excellent combination of academic medicine and individualized, patient-focused care. |
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Northridge Hospital Medical Center has proudly served the 1.9 million residents of the San Fernando Valley for 50 years. Northridge Hospital is a 425-bed not-for-profit hospital that stands as a leading provider of quality healthcare to the community. Northridge Hospital is one of only two facilities in the San Fernando Valley equipped to treat traumatic and life-threatening injuries. Our Level II Trauma Center treats over 1,000 trauma cases each year. In addition, our Emergency Services treats more than 50,000 patients per year. |
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St. Mary's Medical Center, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and part of Catholic Healthcare West, has cared for the people of the San Francisco Bay Area since 1857. Today, it is one of the largest not-for-profit, community-based health care providers in Northern California.
A fully accredited teaching hospital, St. Mary's has 403 licensed beds and more than 500 physicians on staff. Its reputation for quality, personalized care, patient satisfaction and excellent clinical outcomes is backed by the finest medical technology.
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The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians is a major force in the growth and development of EMS, actively promoting the highest levels of professionalism among EMS providers. It is dedicated to expanding EMS knowledge and education, enhancing professional development and advancing the cause of EMS through advocacy and research. |
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Morning Pride: To develop and manufacture products far superior in quality and technology to any competitive product and to provide customer service and commitment unmatched in our industry; So that we are the educated customers' ONLY reasonable choice. |
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Total Fire Group is a team of dedicated, experienced, fire service, technical marketing professionals representing the leading products in a variety of emergency service fields. |
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Cardiac Science Corporation is a global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology products and services. Formed by the merger of Cardiac Science, Inc. and Quinton Cardiology Systems in September 2005, the predecessor companies have a rich legacy of technology development in the cardiology device market. |
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Locally and privately owned,McCormick Ambulance tailors its programs and services to meet its customers' and patients' specific needs. Westmed successfully provides services throughout California to more than 100 skilled nursing facilities and acute care hospitals. |
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JJ&R - Established in 1974, Janzen, Johnston & Rockwell is a privately held physician group specializing in emergency medicine, occupational and industrial medicine, and primary care centers. We offer career opportunities ranging from fast-paced urban teaching facilities, to suburban medical centers, to slower rural hospitals. |
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Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital is a 217-bed not-for-profit community hospital and trauma center, located in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley. We are honored to serve what we believe is the best community in California; safe, clean, family-focused and a great place to live and work.
We are committed to improve the health of our community through compassion and excellence in health care services. |
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St. Francis Medical Center (SFMC) exists to serve the healthcare and social needs: body, mind, and spirit of the communities of Southeast Los Angeles. St. Francis Medical Center is founded upon and advances the healing ministry of Christ in the tradition of service established by St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise de Marillac and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. We are also a part of the Daughters of Charity Health System in California. |
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Since 1935, Los Angeles firefighters and their families have counted on the support and services of their financial family...at Los Angeles Firemen's Credit Union.
During the height of the Great Depression, a group of city firefighters decided to pool their funds into a cooperative financial institution that could provide members with a secure financial environment.
LAFCU is committed to providing its members with exceptional financial products and services, along with quality service. Attention to members' needs and expectations has enabled us to grow from just over 800 members the first year, to 23,000 members today, with current assets over $750 million. At LAFCU, superior service is more than a goal; it is our mission. |
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For more than 40 years, Queen of the Valley Hospital has been the premiere medical facility in the Napa Valley. Our long history of providing high quality and caring service is founded on four core values: Dignity, Service, Excellence and Justice. These central principles inspire us to reach out to those in need and to help heal the whole person-mind, body and spirit.
They are the driving force behind our organizational mission:
To extend the Catholic Healthcare ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, by continually improving the health and quality of life of people in the communities we serve. |
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Firefighters Local 1014
REPRESENTING PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS IN 57 CITIES
AND THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Register with local1014.org to stay up to date on important issues affecting you. You will have full access to the members resources and the ability to manage your own settings. You will also have the option to be added to relevant mailing lists in order to receive important emails on current issues. |
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When organizations want a state-of-the-art medical data solution, they choose one technology company to partner with: Lancet Technology. At Lancet, we provide more than software. Since 1987, we?ve been providing world class, cost-effective yet immensely customizable and powerful solutions which can?t be beat. Our primary products are Trauma One, Fire-Rescue One and Emergency One and each is powerful and very customizable in its own right. Yet each one also fits seamlessly with the other to create an even more powerful solution. It is possible to collect EMS and Trauma data in one database. Using Lancet?s software, you can even do it securely, over the internet, from any computer in the world with an internet connection and a web-browser. Not surprisingly, for each product we also have an exhaustive list of options guaranteeing that we have the precise solution that works best for you.
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The Los Angeles County Medical Association is a professional association representing physicians in all modes of practice and specialties, including solo practitioners, small- and large-group or hospital-based physicians, and students, interns and residents. |
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Bound Tree Medical is the nation’s leading emergency medical products distributor. We provide personalized service and the broadest range of emergency medical products to help members of the public safety community come to the aid of others. Whether on this site or through our team of knowledgeable sales and support representatives, our goal is to provide easy access to information and products to help you maintain the highest standard of care. |
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From its inception as a small garage operation, Pelican has blossomed into an international marketing and manufacturing firm. Yes, Pelican™ Products has changed a great deal over the past several years. It is safe to say that it will continue to change in the upcoming years as well.
However, there is one thing that will not change, that you can continue to count on, and that is Pelican's Commitment to Excellence! |
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SSCOR provides portable suction for emergency medical procedures in the hospital and pre-hospital setting. The SSCOR line has grown from one suction pump to a full line of portable, battery powered suction units and ambulance vacuum systems. |
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Gateway Business Bank Mission
It is the mission of Gateway Business Bank to offer contemporary banking services within our chosen marketplace that benefit our customers, our shareholders and our employees.
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Care Ambulance Service has provided emergency and non-emergency ambulance service to Orange County and Los Angeles County for over thirty years as a family-owned and operated business. The company began as a small one-ambulance operation, and has evolved to one of the largest providers in Orange and Los Angeles Counties. This success is attributed to the founding principle that service is the most important component of any business. |
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First In Products, your complete source for High Performance Firefighter Gear, Gear Bags, Police and Law Enforcement Equipment, Fire Gear and Supplies and EMS Gear. We are a Firefighter owned and operated company supplying you with Gear Bags and Equipment especially designed for Fire Fighting, Law Enforcement, and EMS Personnel. |
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The Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC) was established in 1923 as the first hospital association west of the Mississippi. Over the years, HASC has profoundly influenced the way health care is organized, financed and delivered. |
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Laerdal Medical is dedicated to helping save lives with products for CPR training, Airway Management, Advanced Life Support Training, Spinal Motion restriction, Trauma Training, Monitoring, Defibrillation, Patient Simulation made for using traditional basic, intermediate and advanced training techniques combined with micro simulation and virtual reality. |
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Gerber Ambulance Service has been providing patient care and transportation in Los Angeles County since 1989, responding to over 30,000 calls per year.
Our mission is to deliver quality prehospital care with safety and efficiency. We accomplish this task by maintaining strong industrial networks, sound operational practices, and dedication to continued education. |
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Ferno-Washington, Inc. is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of professional emergency, mortuary, and healthcare products to targeted vertical markets. Our mission is to satisfy our customers with innovative cost-effective products that improve healthcare delivery for caregivers and those they serve. |
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Microflex ranks amonth the most respected exam glove providers in the world, and is the leading supplier of latex and synthetic hand protection to many industries. We provide reliable high quality gloves and exceed customer expectation by delivering extraordinary service, product innovation, and customer education. |
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Medtronic is the global leader in medical technology - alleviating pain, restoring health and extending life for millions of people around the world. |
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Leader has created an ambulance with a blend of unique design and quality engineering. As a charter member Ford's prestigious (QVM) Quality Vehicle Manufacturer Program, Leader continues to be a pioneer in design, quality and durability. |
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ReddiNet utilizes versatile, established technology to deploy robust communication networks linking hospitals, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies, first responders and public health officials. It is the only system to employ both radio and phone channels for highly fault tolerant emergency communications. |
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FirstLine expects every customer to challenge us at every level of Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Customer Service. It is through customer challenges that we not only improve our business, but grow our business. It is our commitment to you, our customer, to understand your business goals and personal protection requirements. It is through your input and our insight, that FirstLine, LLC will provide all customers with the highest level of information, education, and quality gloves for the EMS market. |
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Philips Medical Systems, a global leader in the growing medical device and diagnostic industry, is committed to providing innovative technology and services that enable health care providers to achieve clinical excellence. |
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Schaefer Ambulance Service, a leader and innovator in Emergency Medical Service (EMS) for more than seven decades, pioneered and helped develop many medical transport services that we specialize in: basic life support; paramedic; critical care; neonatal; air transport; event standbys; and other specialized medical transports. We service hospitals, convalescents, physicians, insurance companies, fire departments and private/public events. We strive to provide the best patient care possible with innovative technology, while maintaining excellent protocols with other EMS agencies. With the motto �Our greatest asset is our willingness to serve�, we are here to respond immediately and effectively. |
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AMR serves more communities and customers than any other private ambulance service provider in the nation. But more importantly, AMR’s employees serve their local communities on a personal basis, as part of the community where they live and work. As medical professionals and as neighbors, your needs are our concerns. |
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Englander & Associates is a highly experienced public relations, public affairs and political consulting organization that specializes in Advocacy & Government Relations, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Issues Campaigns, Candidate Campaigns, and Community Relations. |
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Cartridge World, Huntington Beach
(714 )848-2082
With nearly 20 years experience and over 1,350 stores worldwide, Cartridge World is the leader in the refilling and remanufacturing of empty printer cartridges. We refill all major brands including HP, Dell, Canon, Lexmark & Epson. We refill inkjet cartridges for most home or small business printers, whether they are multi-function, color or black and white. We remanufacture laser toner cartridges for most high speed copiers, full color printers or all-in-one laser printers. We also refill fax and copier cartridges |
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UFLAC is the labor representation organization of the proud men and women that serve as Firefighters and emergency medical personnel protecting the City of Los Angeles. The more than 3,500 members of the Los Angeles Fire Department rely on UFLAC to focus on the wellbeing of those that protect the lives of others. UFLAC takes great pride in providing leadership and influence on issues that involve public safety and worker welfare. |
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F&A was chartered in 1936 to provide financial services to employees of the Los Angeles County Fire Department and Agricultural Department. From opening day assets of $26, F&A has grown to holdings in excess of $800,000,000 and nearly 40,000 members. |
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THE CALIFORNIA STATE FIREFIGHTER'S ASSOCIATION: A Strong and United Voice |
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Ford West - your Ford dealer of choice in Los Angeles We will strive to make your car or truck purchase a pleasant experience. Ford West was rated as on of the nation's top 100 Ford Dealerships in customer service and satisfaction We accomplished that by providing great vehicles, service and customer appreciation second to none. Put us to the test. |
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Life-Assist, Inc. is a full-line distributor of high-quality emergency medical supplies and equipment. Since 1977, we’ve specialized in customer service, with customer satisfaction as our ultimate goal. You’ll never talk to a computer when you call Life-Assist - only trained, knowledgeable, and friendly customer service representatives. We pride ourselves on responding to the ever-changing needs of the EMS professional, and constantly strive to stay informed about the current procedures and equipment used in the pre-hospital environment. |
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McKesson's vision is to help create a healthcare system where quality is higher, mistakes are fewer and costs are lower. As the nation's leading healthcare services company, we provide pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and technologies that make healthcare safer while reducing costs. McKesson touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. |
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FIRE ETC We carry a complete line of Fire and Safety Equipment offering quality products at competitive prices and we continually search for new products to better provide you with the items you need. |
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Redback Boots USA: Redback Boots exclusive North American importer and distributor for Redback Australian Leather Boots direct from the Australian factory.
Redback Boots USA is your ONLY source to purchase ASTM Certified boots with an exclusive high grade leather made only for Redback Boots USA. |
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For ZOLL, advancing resuscitation is the core of our existence. Our products and solutions encompass multiple facets of resuscitation and work as a system to help you improve survival rates.
Consider our advances. Low energy defibrillation to minimize damage and dysfunction. CPR feedback to achieve proper compression rate and depth. The ability to capture and record CPR performance in our AEDs. Electrodes compatible across all products. Tough, light defibrillators. EtCO2 to guide resuscitation. A revolutionary non-invasive cardiac support pump that can help maintain blood flow during cardiac arrest. Accurate event times. Advanced software to document every aspect of patient care and important related data. An easy-to-use uniform operating system. All of these unmatched capabilities make it easy to understand the ZOLL advantage. |
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Scott Health & Safety is a world leading designer of high performance respiratory protection systems and other life saving products. Scott Health & Safety is generally segmented into five key product lines including Air-Supplied Products, Air-Purifying Products, Thermal Imaging, Breathing Air Compressor Systems, and Portable and Fixed Gas detection instrumentation. |
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CH2M HILL's Enterprise Management Solutions business is an industry-leading IT-focused management consulting and technology solution development business.
The business is unique and differentiates itself through an ability to integrate enterprise-wide capabilities that leverage its core lines of business to offer management consulting, solution development, technical education and IT managed services across the entire client enterprise. |
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The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. |
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At Stryker, we believe results speak louder than words.
Since the Company's founding in 1941, that philosophy has made us a leader in the worldwide orthopaedic market and placed us at the forefront of medicine's most promising solutions. Today, we are one of the preeminent medical products and services companies in the world. |
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Good Samaritan Hospital provides superb patient care in state-of-the-art facilities. The tertiary medical center's acclaimed programs include eight nationally recognized centers of excellence (cardiovascular diseases, neurosciences, orthopedics, kidney stone service, gastroenterology, perinatology/neonatology, tertiary retinal surgery and transfusion-free medicine & surgery) and other specialties supported by distinguished physicians with national and international reputations.
A major research center and teaching hospital, Good Samaritan pioneers procedures that save lives and alleviate pain and suffering. |
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California Emergency Physicians Medical Group (CEP) is the largest provider of physician staffing and comprehensive management services for Emergency Departments in the state of California. According to a survey of hospital administrators done by Modern Healthcare, CEP was the most preferred emergency physician medical group in California. Founded by career emergency physicians in 1975, CEP is dedicated to providing the best in physician management and emergency medical care for the patients treated in our client hospitals. With 55 Emergency Departments and 19 ambulatory practices, CEP provides emergency and unscheduled care to almost 2.5 million patients annually. This represents approximately 19% of California's annual ED volume. |
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The Next Generation of Care.
Established on a foundation of clinical excellence, award-winning service and a passion for our community, Methodist Hospital offers the next generation of care experience — reaching out to you where you live, work, worship and play.
Our care begins with life and spans a lifetime.
Methodist Hospital... The Next Generation of Care. |
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Torrance Memorial Medical Center is a locally governed, 376-bed, non-profit medical center whose purpose is to provide quality healthcare services, predominantly to the residents of the South Bay, Peninsula and Harbor communities.
Under the governance of a community-based board of trustees, Torrance Memorial serves the public interest by:
- Improving the community health within the scope and expertise of its resources
- Offering the most current and effective medical technologies rendered in a compassionate, caring manner
- Maintaining long-term stability in order to assure its strength and viability for the benefit of the community.
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Citrus Valley Health Partners
Our Facilities:
Citrus Valley Medical Center - Inter-Community Campus
Citrus Valley Medical Center - Queen of the Valley Campus
Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
Citrus Valley Hospise
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California Contract Cities Associationn is comprised of member cities that contract for major municipal services on an as needed basis, such as police services, fire services, animal control, public works, and/or building and safety. Our philosophy is that contracting for these services is a more economical, efficient way of providing municipal services. |
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Nationally recognized as a 100 Top Hospital, Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is a 446-bed acute care, not-for-profit, teaching hospital serving Eastern Los Angeles and Western San Bernardino counties. In addition to its national designation, PVHMC is also recognized throughout the state and the region for outstanding medical care and the efficient use of resources. Founded in 1903, PVHMC is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. |
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EMS understands the mounting pressures facing IT departments. We specialize in helping to minimize the chaos and bridge the communication gap between business and IT. Now, you can focus on IT strategy without wasting valuable time and money on day-to-day system repairs, compliance, and other routine requirements.
EMS, a leading systems integrator, provides Business Service Management solutions to Global 1000 companies through process consulting, software development, technical education, and managed services. |
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The Santa Monica Fire Department has been in existence since 1889 and covers 8.3 square miles with 4 fire stations. The men and women of Santa Monica Fire Fighters feel honored and proud to serve this outstanding community. They proudly risk their lives daily to provide structural fire fighting, paramedic services, urban search & rescue and hazardous material responses to the citizens of Santa Monica. |
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Selman Chevrolet
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Orange, CA 92867 |
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County of Los Angeles Fire Museum Association
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Mission Statement: To promote and preserve historical fire apparatus, equipment, and artifacts in keeping with the fire service tradition for the benefit of association members, the fire department, and for the education and enjoyment of the public at large To provide administrative, monetary, and voluntary support to maintain the County of Los Angeles Fire Museum for the public's benefit. |
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El Camino College
Fire & Emergency Technology
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Mission Statement: To provide paramedic students with the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills necessary to provide the highest quality care to patients in the prehospital setting.
Training Philosophy: In addition to providing the highest quality prehospital education available, PTI emphasis is on personal and professional growth, integrity, and professionalism. PTI provides the student multiple small group sessions, simulations, and one on one training during 30 hours of didactic clinical. It is our intention to graduate the most qualified and professional paramedics.
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Health Services Los Angeles County
Emergency Medical Services
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The EMS Agency is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the local EMS system. This includes establishing policies, addressing the financial aspects of system operation, and making provisions for collection, analysis, and dissemination of EMS related data. In addition, the EMS Agency is responsible for establishing operational policies and procedures; designating EMS base hospitals and specialty care centers, such as trauma centers; developing guidelines, standards and protocols for patient treatment and transfer; implementing a prehospital ALS program; certifying and accrediting prehospital medical care personnel; and approving EMS personnel training programs.
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