More than 300,000 pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) nearing expiration will soon be put to good use. Priority OnDemand, the parent company of Knoxville-based Priority Ambulance, is donating the PPE to numerous disaster and emergency preparedness volunteer programs across Middle and East Tennessee for use in training and exercises. Helping to coordinate the donation is Volunteer Tennessee, the Governor’s … Read More
John Bandzul Joins National EMS as Vice President of Operations
National EMS is pleased to announce that John Bandzul has joined the company as Vice President of Operations. In his new role, Bandzul will oversee operations and new business development opportunities for National EMS, including 911 and IFT ambulance services in Rockdale, Athens/Clarke, Oconee, and Morgan counties in Georgia. “We are excited to have John join our team at National … Read More
Tracey Michel Joins the Priority Ambulance Family of Companies as Human Resource Business Partner for National EMS
Priority Ambulance is pleased to announce that Tracey Michel has joined the company as a Human Resource Business Partner for National EMS. In her new role, Tracey will oversee day-to-day human resources activities, including developing and managing the effective recruiting, screening, hiring, orientation, and onboarding programs for National EMS. Additionally, she will support staff with all coaching, discipline, and performance … Read More
Sam Clark Promoted to Vice President of Operations for First Call
Priority Ambulance is pleased to announce the promotion of Sam Clark as Vice President of Operations for First Call. Sam will spearhead operations and explore business development opportunities for the First Call brand, extending its reach across communities in Tennessee. Sam brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role. Having joined First Call in September 2021 as … Read More
Changes in Fleet Leadership
We are pleased to announce changes within Priority OnDemand’s Fleet department. These adjustments enhance our operational effectiveness and reinforce our commitment to excellence. First, we would like to congratulate Ken Smith, VP of Fleet and Safety, on his new role as Director of Manufacturing Operations for OnDemand Specialty Vehicles. Ken’s extensive experience and dedication will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency, … Read More
Priority OnDemand Names Scott Yates as Vice President of Corporate Development
Priority OnDemand, a leading provider of integrated healthcare solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Yates as Vice President of Corporate Development. Yates will direct the company’s growth strategy, focusing on acquisitions and unique partnership models. With a broad career spanning various industries, including healthcare, management consulting, and nuclear energy, Yates brings a wealth of experience and expertise … Read More
Glendale City Council Approves New Contract with Maricopa Ambulance
Maricopa Ambulance will continue to serve the citizens of Glendale. During its regular meeting on February 27, 2024, the Glendale City Council approved extending Maricopa Ambulance’s contract to provide emergency medical transportation services for 911 emergencies and special events within the city limits. The two-year agreement allows the City to extend the contract for an additional four years after the … Read More
Priority Ambulance Announces Addition of Art Andres as Director of EMS Operations
Long time San Bernadino public safety veteran will support CONFIRE EMS Mobile Health Program SAN BERNARDINO (Feb. 19, 2024) – Priority Ambulance, a subsidiary of Priority OnDemand, is pleased to announce the addition of Art Andres as Director of EMS Operations for CONFIRE EMS & Mobile Health, Priority’s new EMS operation in San Bernadino County, CA. With an impressive 24-year … Read More
Puckett EMS Mourns the Loss of Buford “Bo” Cameron
It is with sympathy and great sadness that we announce the passing of Buford “Bo” Cameron. Bo passed away on Thursday, February 15th. Bo was a longstanding member of the emergency medical services family, dedicating his life to helping those in need, starting his career in public safety at just seventeen with the East Ridge Fire Department. Throughout his career … Read More
John Brophy, VPO for Baptist Ambulance, Earns Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership
The Priority Ambulance Family of Companies is pleased to announce that Vice President of Operations John Brophy has successfully defended his Ph.D. dissertation in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University in Chicago. Before joining the Priority Ambulance Family of Companies as Vice President of Operations for Baptist Ambulance, John held EMS leadership positions in administration, operations, and communications, including Director of … Read More