Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Services

Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Services Providing 911 ALS coverage to seventeen municipalities in eastern Cambria County.

A progressive advanced level professional ambulance service providing lifesaving emergency care to the critically ill and injured in Cambria County, Pennsylvania.

đźš‘ Cambria Alliance EMS EMT AcademyWe have some exciting news to share. Cambria Alliance EMS is now accepting applicants ...
01/14/2026

đźš‘ Cambria Alliance EMS EMT Academy

We have some exciting news to share.

Cambria Alliance EMS is now accepting applicants for our innaugural EMT Academy, designed to train the next generation of Emergency Medical Technicians while providing real-world experience and financial support. Though this first class will be a small one, we hope to be able to grow it in the future.

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ What We Offer
Paid to Learn-Limited Spots Available; contract agreement required
Earn a paycheck while you attend EMT training
Get paid for academy hours and supervised clinical/field experience
No prior EMS experience required
High-Quality EMT Education 📚
Pennsylvania Department of Health approved EMT curriculum
Experienced EMS instructors and mentors
Classroom, skills lab, and hands-on field training
Career Opportunities 🚨
Pathway to full-time or part-time employment with Cambria Alliance EMS*
Competitive wages and benefits upon certification
Opportunity to serve your local community.
*Position contingent upon certification as EMT.
*Full time required with agreement.

đź•’ Program Details
Cost:$650-Contract agreement would waive this cost.
Academy Start Date: March 3, 2026
Location: Cambria Alliance EMS
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6pm-10pm; occasional Saturdays 8am-5pm
Full schedule can be found on our website.

âś… Minimum Requirements
18 years of age or older
Valid driver’s license
Ability to pass background checks, physical, and drug screening

📞 Ready to Get Started?
Apply today and launch your EMS career.
https://forms.gle/TUAAfeQvuq8HsyxX9

Cambria Alliance EMS is an equal opportunity employer.

01/13/2026

We want to send congratulations to paramedic Mike Amsdell and his fiancé Emily on the birth of their daughter. Additional congratulations to EMT Lory King who is the grandmother.

01/11/2026

Cambria Alliance EMS mourns the loss of Duane Misura, a dedicated EMT, public servant, and friend to the EMS and fire service communities.

Duane proudly served as an EMT with Lilly Ambulance, where he played a key and instrumental role during the consolidation efforts with Cresson Area Ambulance. His professionalism, cooperation, and commitment to ensuring continuity of care helped lay the groundwork for stronger emergency medical services in our region. Those efforts continue to benefit our communities today.

Beyond the ambulance, Duane gave his time and skills to the public in many ways. He worked in the first aid room at Altoona Curve games, caring for fans and staff alike, and remained an active and dedicated member of the Lilly Fire Company, always ready to serve when needed.

Duane’s impact was felt not only through his service, but through his character—steady, dependable, and deeply committed to helping others. His contributions to EMS, fire service, and community safety will not be forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to Duane’s family, friends, and colleagues

01/01/2026

January Ambulance of the Month🚨
Featured in the Glick EMS calendar:
Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Services | Cambria County, PA

Ambulance 75-A is a Demers Ambulances Mirage LT2E Type II, built on a Mercedes Sprinter 2500 chassis and featuring:
âś… Stryker Performance-LOAD
âś… Traffic Emitter
âś… Backup Camera
âś… LED Dome Lighting
âś… All LED Whelen Emergency Lighting
âś… Whelen Siren
âś… Graphics by Glick
âś… and more!

Huge congratulations to these outstanding EMS crews for an incredible cardiac arrest save. Your quick thinking, teamwork...
12/31/2025

Huge congratulations to these outstanding EMS crews for an incredible cardiac arrest save. Your quick thinking, teamwork, and dedication truly make a difference. Thank you for all you do for our community!

12/26/2025

As the holidays come to an end and we prepare to welcome the New Year, Cambria Alliance EMS would like to take a moment to wish everyon a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

We also want to recognize our incredible EMTs, paramedics, PHRNs, and management for their dedication and professionalism all year long. A special thank you to those who spent the holidays away from their families so that help was always available when it was needed most. Your commitment and sacrifice do not go unnoticed.

To our community, thank you for your continued trust, support, and encouragement throughout the year. It is a privilege to serve you, and we are grateful to be part of such a strong and supportive community.

Staff spent a few days this past week out teaching some of our public education course courses at local schools. Special...
12/20/2025

Staff spent a few days this past week out teaching some of our public education course courses at local schools. Special thanks to the Cambria Heights school district and Admiral Peary Votech carpentry program for having us up. Both classes received education on CPR, using an AED, and basic first aid while the carpentry program got an added lesson in stop the bleed. If you, your business or your organization would like to host these or any of our other educational programs that could potentially save a life you can reach out to us on here, our website, or calling our office for more information.

This evening we held our annual holiday party! We want to thank our friends at East Hills for providing a standby crew s...
12/14/2025

This evening we held our annual holiday party! We want to thank our friends at East Hills for providing a standby crew so employees could enjoy a night together.

12/14/2025
12/08/2025

đźš‘ Cambria Alliance EMS Annual Membership Drive is Here!

We’re excited to announce that our annual membership drive mailings are on their way! 📬

Your membership is more than just peace of mind—it’s a vital part of keeping our community’s emergency medical services strong and sustainable. By joining, you’re helping ensure that ambulances are ready when you need them most, while also saving money should you ever require emergency transport.

✨ New This Year: We’re introducing a Business Membership Program! Local businesses can now enjoy the same benefits as individual households—protecting employees and supporting the EMS service that protects our community.

Whether you’re signing up for yourself, your household or your business, your membership makes a difference. Together, we can keep Cambria Alliance EMS strong, reliable, and ready to serve.

👉 Watch your mailbox for details and sign up today!

11/23/2025

Special thanks to Joi Cooney for donating hoagies to our crews for lunch today. As always it is much appreciated.

We’re excited to announce that CAEMS will be hosting the NAEMT Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) Course — designed to enhan...
11/04/2025

We’re excited to announce that CAEMS will be hosting the NAEMT Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) Course — designed to enhance your confidence and skills in managing pediatric emergencies! 👶🩺

đź“… Date: December 13th and 14th
📍 Location: Mt Aloysius College
⏰ Time: 0900-1700

The EPC course provides in-depth, practical training focused on the critical differences when assessing and treating infants and children. Learn the latest, evidence-based techniques to improve outcomes for our youngest patients.

âś… Perfect for EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics
âś… Earn NAEMT continuing education credits
âś… Hands-on, scenario-based learning

đź’˛ Cost: $150
📞 Register today: https://forms.gle/zfwTodJzSTZxguZj6

Let’s make sure we’re ready for the toughest calls — because kids aren’t just small adults! 💪👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Address

725 Second Street
Cresson, PA
16630

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Services posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Services:

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Our History:

Cresson Area Ambulance Service, Inc. t.d.b.a. Cambria Alliance Emergency Medical Service got its start in 1929, when Norman P. Casher came to Cresson and began a funeral business. The hearses he used also served as patient transport vehicles to nearby Altoona Hospitals. The first hearse that was used was a Willis-Knight (in 1933), followed by a Pontiac which had no heater, a Dodge soon followed, and then a Buick, which was outfitted with red lights, siren, and oxygen. Finally, a Cadillac followed, and was given a first-aid kit and CB radios--all of which were installed in 1976. The rule of the attendants was: "Keep breathing; stop bleeding." The first fees for ambulance services were $10, unless the patient expired on the way to the hospital, in which case transportation was free.

On Nov. 27th, 1978, the Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home of Cresson announced plans to form a non-profit ambulance service to be know as the Kennedy Ambulance Service, Inc. The name was incorporated because Mr. Kennedy donated all the existing medical equipment, the Cadillac, and provided the new service money to purchase a 1976 Modular ambulance for $16,000. The ambulance was staffed by three registered nurses: Betty Fulton, Cindy Sheehan, and Carol Stiles.

In 1980, Advanced Life Support (ALS) was introduced to the Cresson area. Four EMTs became paramedics, and Jack Seymore, a paramedic from nearby Altoona and former Vietnam medic, joined the service to help train the new paramedics. A $7,000 heart monitor/defibrillator and all necessary equipment, including advanced two-way radios to communicate with medical command doctors, were purchased through public donations. The hospital emergency room was virtually able to be brought to the patient's home.​