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Seattle, WA 98104

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King County Medic One
Special Message from the EMS Division Manager and Medic One's Mission Statement

The paramedics and staff of King County Medic One would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our web site. Whether you live right here in King County, Washington or on the otherside of the world, we hope there is something here for you.

King County Medic One has enjoyed the reputation as being one of the finest paramedic systems in the entire world. The dedicated men and women of King County Medic One are here to serve you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, bringing the latest equipment and medical knowledge directly to the scene of an emergency, saving time and lives. This site is dedicated to them, for there is no greater act of kindness than helping a perfect stranger in their time of need.

~ Thomas Hearne, Manager
Emergency Medical Services Division
Public Health - Seattle & King County


The Medic One Mission Statement:

"King County Medic One is a public service organization, a critical link in our regional Emergency Medical Service system, providing high quality, advanced patient care."

Our mission is accomplished by the vigilant practice of our core values:

number 1 Service
We treat our patients with dignity.
We recognize and accept the privilege, confidence and trust that is extended to us when we serve others during their time of vulnerability and need.

number 2 Integrity
We demonstrate ethical behavior in all of our interactions.
We maintain our credibility by conducting ourselves with uncompromising honesty and professionalism.

number 3 Teamwork
We build constructive relationships by practicing cooperative effort.
We support a working environment that encourages respectful communication, equitable treatment and widespread contribution.

number 4 Leadership
We are a program of leaders.
We encourage, develop and practice leadership skills at all levels, which motivates others to achieve common goals.

number 5 Excellence
We pursue continuous improvement in our medical mission through evaluation, education, personal development and research.
We achieve distinction by demonstrating the highest degree of paramedic and program expertise combined with effective teamwork.

In summary, we take pride in our service-oriented organization dedicated to bringing the values of Medic One to the public and the EMS community.

Updated: Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 11:24 AM

All information is general in nature and is not intended to be used as a substitute for appropriate professional advice. For more information please call 206-296-4600 (voice) or TTY Relay: 711. Mailing address: ATTN: Communications Team, Public Health - Seattle & King County, 401 5th Ave., Suite 1300, Seattle, WA 98104 or click here to email us. Because of confidentiality concerns, questions regarding client health issues cannot be responded to by e-mail. Click here for the Notice of Privacy Practices. For more information, contact the Public Health Privacy Office at 206-205-5975.

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