Ambulance & Chair EMS, Inc.

02/13/2026

Last evening, our service joined with several local fire departments to do something special for one of our own. We had the opportunity to visit Jim as he continues recovering from major surgery at home.

Jim has been a steady and familiar voice in our dispatch center, and he’s been greatly missed over the past few months. With the help of one of our dispatchers and Jim’s family, we planned a surprise parade to lift his spirits and remind him how much he means to all of us.

Jim, we miss you and wish you continued healing. We can’t wait to see you back at the console in just a few short weeks!

Cecil Township Fire Department
Marianna VFC
City of Washington Fire Department IAFF Local 2218
Canton Township Fire & Rescue

02/07/2026

PA American Water has LIFTED a BOIL WATER ADVISORY for Washington County. Please click on the following link for updates.

https://amwater.com/paaw/alerts

02/06/2026

UPMC Ambulance and Chair is hiring a Fleet Mechanic to help keep our ambulances and transport vehicles safe, reliable, and ready to respond!

🔧 Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs
🚐 Work on ambulances and patient transport vehicles
📋 Assist with inspections and fleet upkeep
🏥 Support a service that directly impacts patient care

If you enjoy hands-on work and want a career that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply here: https://careers.upmc.com/job/22949408/fleet-mechanic-i-ambulance-and-chair/

02/03/2026

Last night, our crews responded to an apartment complex in Bentleyville for a reported fire alarm that was quickly upgraded to a working structure fire. Units established EMS Command and began triage and patient care. 5400C3 (IC), M5407, M5402, M5405, and UPMC 923 requested two medical helicopters for critically injured patients, and a mass casualty response was initiated. Rostraver/West Newton EMS assisted with triage and transport, while Southeast Regional EMS, Brownsville EMS, and Mon Valley EMS were placed on standby for a short time.

To ensure uninterrupted service to the rest of our communities, we rapidly backfilled coverage with five ambulances and supervisors. These crews went on to manage another helicopter transport for a critical patient, a cardiac arrest, an additional large structure fire, and multiple other medical emergencies throughout the night.

Thank you to our mutual aid partners for their support. Large incidents like this take a coordinated, countywide effort. Thank you to our crews for their continued dedication throughout the early morning hours.

Please keep those who lost everything in your thoughts.

02/03/2026

Last week during the storm, crews were dispatched to Triple B Ranch for a female patient injured in a sled-riding accident. Fire and EMS crews worked seamlessly together on scene to assess and manage Nikki’s injuries, control her pain, and safely extricate her for transport to UPMC Washington.

Please keep Nikki in your thoughts as she continues her recovery. We are incredibly proud of our crews every day. They serve a large and diverse coverage area, and situations like this highlight the skill, teamwork, and dedication they bring to every call.

Get well soon!

THANK YOU CLAYSVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT!!

01/31/2026

01/25/2026

This afternoon, our crews responded to a working structure fire in Amwell Township. Despite bitter cold temperatures, multiple companies worked to bring the fire under control. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Please keep the family who suffered a significant loss in your thoughts.

Amwell VFD, Lone Pine VFD, Morris Twp VFD, South Strabane Fire Dept, Chartiers Twp VFD, Canton Twp VFD, Waynesburg-Franklin Twp VFD, and UPMC CEM Ambulance and Chair EMS

01/24/2026

As we gear up for the approaching winter storm, please make sure you’re prepared. The next few days are expected to be extremely cold with significant snowfall.

We encourage everyone to:
• Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those with medical needs
• Ensure you have enough food, medications, and essential supplies
• Avoid unnecessary travel and allow extra time if you must be out
• Keep phones charged and vehicles stocked with emergency items

If you have an emergency, please call 911. Our crews are prepared and ready to respond as safely and quickly as conditions allow.

Please stay safe, stay warm, and look out for one another.

01/21/2026

We still have a few spots available! Sign up today!

Become an EMT – Washington County, PA

Interested in a career in EMS? Washington County Ambulance & Chair is hosting an EMT course starting February 17, 2026. This course provides the training needed to enter the high-demand field of emergency medical services.

📅 Class Schedule:
• Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6 PM – 10 PM
• Every other Saturday | 8 AM – 4 PM
📍 Location: Washington County, PA
📆 Course Dates: 2/17/26 – 6/2/26
💵 Course Fee: $650 (includes book & course materials)
For more information or to enroll, contact Gina Sicchitano at
📧 gina@ambulanceandchair.com
📞 724-225-8050 ext. 111

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