Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps

When you take the call, you never know where it’s going to take you!

On Sunday, units responded mutual aid to Bear Mountain for a hiker experiencing a medical emergency. Sometimes the job comes with a workout, a view, and a reminder that EMS can take you just about anywhere.

Staying fit, helping others, and enjoying what we do along the way!

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Congrats to our newest crew chief!

Jonah joined Spring Hill looking for exposure to emergency medicine. He also wanted a chance to gain great clinical experience and knew he would get it at Spring Hill.

Currently majoring in biology, Jonah is also a full time student at Yeshiva University. Once he completes his undergraduate education, Jonah hopes to begin studies to become a physician. We're glad to have him at Spring Hill in the meantime as one of our members! Check out springhillems.org if you're interested in applying.

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Exciting Announcement

Spring Hill EMS is excited to announce that we will be hosting an EMT-B course in partnership with Aura Prep starting in January, 2027!

This course is an incredible opportunity for those interested in pursuing EMS as it offers flexible scheduling with live online lectures, skills sessions locally at our headquarters, and the opportunity to do required ride along hours on a Spring Hill ambulance. This course is open to the public, but we strongly encourage those interested in EMS to apply to Spring Hill EMS and join the only volunteer 911 ALS agency in Rockland County with incredible opportunities to grow and give back to the community.

Course Info:
Lectures (Online via Zoom): Tue & Thu, Jan 19 - Mar 30 with flexible lecture times.
Skills: Sundays 9am-1pm Feb 7 - May 20 at Spring Hill EMS.
Ride Alongs: Opportunities to do your required ride along hours and patient contacts with Spring Hill.

If you are interesting in registering for the course, please visit auraprep.com/RTI and choose Spring Hill Ambulance as your skills location.

Yesterday, our crews were dispatched for a medical emergency involving a patient on the railroad tracks. Due to the challenging location and the long distance required to reach and remove the patient, our Special Operations team was activated.

Crews utilized our gator, off-road rescue vehicle to access the area and safely remove the patient from the tracks. The patient was then transferred to the awaiting ambulance and transported to a local hospital for further treatment.

Great teamwork and coordination by everyone involved!

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On September 23rd, Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps took part in Senator Bill Weber’s Senior Fair.

Our members greeted attendees, answered questions, and provided complimentary vital sign assessments throughout the event.

Thank you to Senator Bill Weber and his team for having us and for the opportunity to connect with members of our community.

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Today, three of our crews spent time at the Rockland County Police Academy working with the recruits and introducing them to the equipment and supplies EMS may utilize during medical and trauma emergencies.

Once these recruits graduate from the Police Academy, they will often be among the first on scene and will work alongside EMS during emergencies. Giving them an understanding of our equipment, capabilities, and how we operate helps build stronger teamwork and better prepares all of us to work together when someone is in need.

Thank you to the Rockland County Police Academy for the opportunity to train together and strengthen the working relationship between law enforcement and EMS.

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Last Friday, our members responded to a reported cardiac arrest in the Village of Spring Valley.

Our Captain arrived within one minute of dispatch and confirmed that CPR was in progress. Additional crew members arrived shortly thereafter alongside Rockland Paramedics, and resuscitation efforts continued.

Within minutes, Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC) was achieved, with the patient regaining a strong pulse and blood pressure. The patient remained unresponsive but was breathing spontaneously and maintained stable vital signs throughout transport to the hospital.

This response demonstrates the critical importance of the chain of survival. Early recognition, immediate CPR, rapid EMS response, advanced life support, and effective teamwork all played an essential role in the successful resuscitation of this patient.

Two nursing students from Dominican University were also participating in a ride-along with our crew and had the opportunity to witness firsthand the coordination and teamwork involved in a cardiac arrest response.

We are incredibly proud of our members and all responding agencies for their professionalism and dedication to patient care.

Another life saved. Outstanding work by everyone involved.

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As the next generation of EMTs, our Youth Corps works hard to stay on top of their game and sharpen their skills!

Through hands-on training and practice, they’re building the knowledge and confidence they need to become strong future first responders.

Another volunteer shift, another life saved!

Our BLS and our ALS crews responded to a residence in the Village of Spring Valley for a 50-year-old male with abdominal pain. While responding, dispatch updated that the patient had a syncopal episode. The crew arrived on scene within 3 minutes and found the patient with a weak pulse. Shortly after, the patient went into cardiac arrest.

CPR was immediately started and the crew was able to achieve return of spontaneous circulation in the field. During transport, the patient started fighting the tube and attempting to breathe on his own. The patient was transported to a local hospital in critical condition.

Another great example of the Chain of Survival and how a quick response, early recognition, and immediate intervention can make the difference between life and death.

Great job by the entire crew. Wishing the patient the best possible outcome.

Congratulations to our Chief, Ely Ungar, who was recognized last night by Congressman Michael Lawler at the Jewish Changemaker Awards.

Ely was honored for his service and leadership that has made an impact on our community and across the Hudson Valley.

Serving as the Chief of Spring Hill EMS, Ely oversees operations for our busy agency, including the ALS and Special Operations divisions. Additionally he serves as a paramedic for the agency and is one of the most active members. Alongside his service in EMS, Ely is a detective with the Spring Valley Police Department.

This honor recognizes the tireless work and dedication that Ely continuously gives to the community every single day.

Congratulations Ely on this incredible honor!