Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly
ORLANDO, Fla. — An American Medical Response subsidiary was recently notified by the City of Orlando, Florida, that AMR was ranked the highest bidder and the City intends to enter into an exclusive agreement with AMR to provide 9-1-1 emergency ambulance services. AMR received the City’s notice of intent following a competitive bidding process, which was completed on April 16, 2010. AMR currently provides 9-1-1 and non-emergency ambulance service in nine counties in Florida, with more than 650 employees and 250 vehicles (see also American Medical Response).
“Since that time, there has been some misinformation circulating regarding our proposal to the City of Orlando, especially regarding our intentions for employing the current workforce,” said Doug Hooten, AMR’s local general manager. “Our proposal is a matter of public record, and our intentions are clear: we will recruit and transition all qualified employees of the incumbent ambulance provider and hire all individuals who meet our selection criteria. In addition, we will seek leadership talent among the current local workforce, and will invite current employees to apply for local supervisory positions,” he said.
“Assertions that hundreds of local EMS providers will be unemployed are simply not true,” he continued. “We recognize the wealth of skills and experience that the current employees bring to the city, and we intend to keep that local talent. What’s more, our proposal includes wages that exceed the current wage scales and we offer a comprehensive benefits package.”
“Our proposal also includes bringing in a fleet of brand new ambulances and equipment, so the workforce will have the advantage of the latest tools and technology to deliver high quality care to the community,” he concluded. Hooten noted that AMR is hosting an open house for current employees to discuss employment opportunities and to answer questions. The open house is being held Friday and Saturday, June 4 and 5, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day at the Doubletree Orlando, 5780 Major Blvd., Orlando.
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