State of California-Emergency Medical Services Authority Email Format
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority is a California government agency in the Government Administration sector, based in Sacramento and employing 51-200 people. Its mission is to prevent injuries, reduce suffering, and save lives by developing standards for and administering a statewide, coordinated system of quality emergency medical care and disaster medical response that integrates public health, public safety, and healthcare. The authority leads the development and implementation of EMS systems across California and sets standards for training and scope of practice for various levels of EMS personnel; it is also responsible for promoting disaster medical preparedness and coordinating the state's medical response to major disasters when needed. It emphasizes the essential role of first responders, EMTs, nurses, physicians, and administrators in delivering care, and notes that high-quality EMS requires coordinated operation of all system components. Revenue is reported in the range of $10 million to $25 million, and the agency's website is https://emsa.ca.gov.