On a Mission for Safer Roads: Priority OnDemand Backs Stop On Red Week to Promote Intersection Safety

KNOXVILLE, TN (August 07, 2023)— Beginning August 7, Priority OnDemand and the family of companies at Priority Ambulance will join communities nationwide to observe Stop On Red Week. Established by the Federal Highway Administration in 1995, this nationally recognized campaign serves as a vital educational strategy to reduce the severity of traffic collisions.  “Many of the traffic collisions that we … Read More

Priority Ambulance Secures Contract to Continue Serving Franklin County

Knoxville, TN (July 19, 2023) – Priority Ambulance has been chosen as the selected provider of emergency and non-emergency ambulance services for Franklin County, TN.  The Franklin County Commission voted unanimously Monday to award the contract, ensuring the continuity of high-quality medical assistance. A&E EMS, a subsidiary of Priority Ambulance, currently serves as the ambulance services provider and will undergo … Read More

Priority OnDemand Raises Awareness for
Drowning Prevention Day

Knoxville, TN (July 18, 2023) – As temperatures continue to rise in what could be a record setting summer, families across the nation are flocking to the water to beat the heat. Priority OnDemand and its family of companies at Priority Ambulance are educating communities on the importance of water safety. In observance of Drowning Prevention Day on July 25th, … Read More

Priority Ambulance Announces Accelerated 10-Week EMT Class

Knoxville, Tennessee (July 12, 2023) – Priority Ambulance, a division of Priority OnDemand, is now accepting applications for its highly anticipated accelerated 10-week Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class. The program is presented in partnership with Roane State Community College’s continuing education department. Classes begin August 21, 2023. This EMT Academy opportunity is available to motivated and committed candidates to embark … Read More

Greg Shore, Founder of Medshore Ambulance, Named Recipient of Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award

ANDERSON, SC (July 03, 2023) — Medshore Ambulance announced today that its founder, Greg Shore, was named the 2022 Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award recipient at this year’s Anderson County Area Chamber of Commerce meeting. The Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award recognizes an individual or organization demonstrating outstanding volunteerism and community service. Recipients of the award are recognized … Read More

First Call Ambulance begins 9-1-1 ambulance service in Humphreys County

Nashville, TN (June 30, 2023) –  First Call Ambulance, a member of the Priority OnDemand family of companies, officially launched operations in Humphreys County on Friday, June 30, 2023.  First Call was awarded the exclusive contract to provide 9-1-1- and nonemergency ambulance services to the 19,000 citizens of Humphrey’s County earlier this month.  First Call has an extensive regional presence … Read More

Priority OnDemand Medical Professional Experts Weigh in on Heat Related Illnesses

KNOXVILLE, TN (June 30, 2023)—The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recorded last summer as the third hottest summer in more than 128 years. As temperatures continue to rise in what could be another record-setting blistering season, Priority OnDemand, a national leader in EMS and medical transportation, supported by its OnDemand Visit team of healthcare professionals, weigh in on what you … Read More

Central EMS Provides Life-Saving Training to Local Law Enforcement Agencies

AUGUSTA, GA (June 14, 2023) — Often, law enforcement officers are the first on the scene of mass trauma events, where uncontrolled bleeding poses a grave threat to life. Recognizing the critical importance of swift action, over 20 dedicated officers from agencies in the Richmond-Augusta County area recently participated in transformative Stop the Bleed® training. This training was made possible … Read More

First Call Ambulance awarded Humphreys County, Tennessee 9-1-1 and nonemergency ambulance services contract

Nashville, Tenn. (June 13, 2023) – First Call Ambulance, a proud member of the Priority Ambulance family of companies, has been awarded the exclusive contract to provide 9-1-1 and nonemergency ambulance services to the citizens of Humphreys County. Humphreys County Commissioners voted unanimously this week to award the contract to First Call, following a competitive bidding process that included the … Read More

Priority Ambulance Welcomes Australian Paramedics to Company’s Inaugural International Paramedic Program

KNOXVILLE, TN. (June 5, 2023)— Priority Ambulance, a leading provider of emergency medical services, is excited to announce the arrival of its first team of Australian paramedics as part of the company’s pioneering international paramedic program, Priority International EMS Workforce Initiative. The initiative was developed in collaboration with Faithful Guardian Training Center. Under this innovative program, degreed Australian paramedics are … Read More