World-class service.

Highest standards of care.

 

Serving 300,000+ residents in 800+ square miles, HEMSI is Madison County's not-for-profit emergency medical services provider.

  

 
 
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With the highest call volume in the region, HEMSI is always looking for qualified employees. We employ over 200 full-and part-time employees who stay busy with 125 calls we receive daily. We offer an abundance of opportunities for EMTs and Paramedics to sharpen their skills while implementing their trade. MORE >>

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  • My husband of 50 years had his second stroke, and I had to call 911 for the first time in my life. The competence, calmness, and quick response of your people soothed us both.  Their professionalism and obvious training made for an easy transition to the hospital.  I knew he was in good hands.  Thank you for responding in such a wonderful and rapid manner. We're looking forward to another 50 years!

     

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  • “HEMSI brought my mother home from Huntsville Hospital. I wanted to let you know what fine men you have on board.  Keep up the good work.”

  • "Thank you for coming to my rescue after my recent car accident. You guys are my heroes."

  • “From the moment the paramedics showed up to transport our father, they put us at ease.  They were wonderful in every way -- professionally and personally.  They were kind, helpful, and supportive, and they treated our father with dignity and respect. We are so grateful for their service and compassion.”

 

HEMSI DONATES UNIT TO PARAMEDICS FOR CHILDREN

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HEMSI handed over the title and keys to an ambulance unit to Paramedics for Children VP Pam Harrison.  The non-profit organization will use the unit for humanitarian missions in Honduras.  Read the story...

Learn about Paramedics for Children and its humanitarian missions.

 


ACCREDITATION MATTERS

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HEMSI is the only service in Alabama certified by the Commission on Accredited Ambulance Services.  The CAAS emblem on our vehicles and employee uniforms shows our achievement and commitment to provide residents with only the highest standards of emergency medical care.