Are Air Evac Lifeteam’s medical crews qualified to provide critical medical care?
Putting patient care and safety first is the focus of Air Evac Lifeteam Clinic Care Services. They accomplish this through the employee and outreach education, quality assurance and quality improvement programs, continuous review of medical protocols by staff and medical directors, and through participating in clinical research and development projects. Air Evac Lifeteam medical crewmembers must undergo quarterly and annual competency classes, as determined by company medical directors. These competencies can be earned through monthly in-services, or other continuing education programs. Medical direction for Air Evac Lifeteam is provided by medical directors located in each of the states served by AEL. The medical directors work together to develop the company’s medical protocols and ensure compliance with the medical regulations in each area.
