Volume 43 July 16, 2015

BOARD OF

DIRECTORS Vern Hunter, Chairman

4/21/31 to 3/23/14

Donna Hunter Dana Hunter Moyer

Diane Hunter-Kranich David Lowell

ESOP FIDUCIARY

COMMITTEE Donna Hunter

Dana Hunter Moyer David Lowell Cliff Carlson

Dianne Sargalski Sloane Peterson-Vath

Rita DeJoy

HUNTER’S

OWNERSHIP

TEAM—HOT

EMS: Donna Batchelder

Scott Marotto Christopher Ryan

Office/

Administration John Dietzel

Barbara Raffile

Special Transportation Non-Emergency Jim Baker, Jr.

Deborah Elliott

Telecommunicators/ Pre-Schedule

Josephine Nigro

Employee Hotline An Employee Owned Company

Published by Hunter’s Ownership Team (HOT) Communications Committee Contact us at: ESOPHOT@huntersamb.com

Hotlines are posted at www.huntersamb.com in the Employees Only section

CELEBRATING OUR STAFF

MILESTONE YEARS OF SERVICE

On Wednesday, June 10, 2015 Hunter’s Ambulance Service and Hunter Limousines celebrated our

10th Milestone Years of Service Celebration. This event was established to honor those dedicated

employees who have worked for us for 10 years or more. The Milestone Years of Service are 10-15-20-25-

30 years of service. Each employee deserves recognition for providing care, compassion and service to so

many people throughout the communities we serve as well as to our companies. The event provides the

opportunity for those present to share “old stories,” to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, dinner and desserts, as well as

view a video presentation capturing the history and growth of the companies.

The evening began with a Welcome Speech, Dan M. Hunter’s Vision for the Milestone Celebration

presented by Donna Hunter. Welcome and Toast by Donna Hunter. Donna pointed out that the 22

“Milestone” employees represented 340 years of experience and service, and such loyalty and dedication

were the keys to each company’s success. Tony Marciniak presented the Invocation and a Moment of

Silence held for those who have passed. John Gopoian explained the history of the “Challenge Coin.”

The Hunter Family and Board of Directors proudly recognized 22 distinguished “Milestone” employees

for their service, loyalty and dedication.

10 Years of Service: Henry Crespo, Deborah Elliott, Manuel Feneque, Janet Graver, Charles Hill, Gary

Judd, Nadia Mandour, Joseph Marcucio, Dawn Mendez, Marcello Miranda, Krystel Simmons and

Katherine York.

15 Years of Service: Christopher Beaulieu, Rita DeJoy, Kari Doucette, Diane McCarthy and William

McMahon

20 Years of Service: Alan Miller.

30 Years of Service: John Gopoian, Todd Ricci and William Westermeyer.

35 Years of Service Donna Hunter.

Congratulations to all Milestone Recipients!!!

Each honored “Milestone” employee was presented with a framed Milestone Years of Service Certificate,

a certificate allowing each employee the opportunity to choose a gift in memory of their years of service,

and a Years of Service Pin. Those celebrating 10 Years of Service also received a “Hunter Challenge

Coin.” During each individual presentation, a video displayed the employee’s picture and the employee’s

service history with the company.

Thank you to all of our employees for their service, loyalty and dedication! Each year Hunter’s honors

HUNTER’S

TAKE CHARGE HEALTH RISK ASESSMENT, page 7

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MILESTONE YEARS OF SERVICE

10 Years of Service: pictured left to right: David Lowell, Deborah

Elliott, Gary Judd, Janet Graver, Krystel Simmons, Nadia

Mandour, Manuel Feneque, Joseph Marcucio and Donna Hunter.

15 Years of Service: pictured left to right: David Lowell,

Kari Doucette, Rita DeJoy and Donna Hunter.

20 Years of Service: pictured left to right:

David Lowell, Alan Miller and Donna

Hunter.

30 Years of Service: pictured left to right: David Lowell,

William Westermeyer, Todd Ricci, John Gopoian and Donna Hunter.

35 Years of Service: pictured

Donna Hunter and David Lowell

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DONNA DINATALE 4/16/15: We want Donna to know how pleased we all are at base 7 to have Donna as our dispatcher. She does an exemplary

job. She uses everyone of us effectively, knows where we are at all times. She is such a pleasure to work with. She is always

pleasant, and truly cares about the drivers. This winter when we had bad weather days, and we were cleared for base, she would

tell us to call her from base, to be sure we arrived safely.

Thank you Donna.

Submitted by, David Oberman Maximino Echevarria, Dmytro Goul (Base 7)

IAN PIEPER 4/17/15: While working at MidState Medical Center on 4/16/15, I heard a very nice compliment about Ian regarding how

professional he was with the patient.

Submitted by, Darlene G. Hunter. Billing Quality Assurance

SLOANE PETERSON 4/22/15: I always have questions when things change. Anytime I have a question, Sloane always has the answer or gets me an

answer quicker than I would ever expect! She is kind and professional no matter what the question or issue I ever had and is

always there for me! I just thought it would be a nice gesture to write it down.

Submitted by, Tara Feher, Telecommunicator

DONNA BATCHELDER AND CHARLES WILBER 4/23/15: I want to share that Tara Feher, Telecommunicator, wished to recognize you for your cooperation on using your

MDT. As you know, keeping track of vehicle times and status is important to our documentation of patient care. Tara pointed

SPECIAL RECOGNITION Thank you for the work you do; you make a difference! Congratulations!

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SLOANE PETERSON-VATH,

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

CONGRATULATIONS TO

PAUL FITZGERALD

and GERI RICCI

It is with great pleasure that we announce the following transitions to our management team:

Paul FitzGerald has accepted the position of Transportation Operations Director overseeing the

Limousine, Non-Emergency and Special Transportation divisions. Paul has been with the company for

over 21 years, and is no stranger to the transportation division. He successfully managed the Non-

Emergency and Special Transportation divisions in the past.

Geri Ricci has accepted the position of Logistics Coordinator, and will now be overseeing the

Telecommunication Division. Geri has over 12 years of service with the organization, including several

years in EMS, and as the department head of the Transportation division.

Please join us in congratulating and supporting Paul and Geri in their new and exciting roles!!!

out that she appreciated you using your MDT because it makes the dispatch job easier. I just wanted to thank you personally

and to share how important this task is to the dispatch center and the company. Thank you for a job well done today.

Submitted by, Roxann Heath, EMS Manager

CHRIS RYAN and JONATHAN PERROTTI 4/29/15: I just want to say thank you to Chris Ryan and Jonathan Perrotti for the outstanding job they did today on multiple

occasions. First they always keep me updated on their status and kept me informed on anything I might need to know. Today

when dispatched to a specific location in a nearby medical facility. They were unaware of where within this facility that the

specific location was. Instead of asking me they took the initiative to open their complex guide and look it up. When they

returned to base 1 at the end of their shift knowing the car they were in was going ALS 2nd shift they put ALS gear in it for

the next crew. This goes above and beyond and I wanted everyone to know how much I appreciate all they did today and how

thankful I am for crews like this.

Submitted by, Tara Feher, Telecommunicator

SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION DRIVER FOR DAFFODIL FESTIVAL April 2015: I am in a wheelchair and rode your shuttle to and from Hubbard Park to attend this year’s Daffodil Festival. I

expected to donate or pay a fee, but was told that was not necessary. All the drivers and attendants were so cheerful and

super courteous. Thank you very much!

ARMANDO ROMAN 5/5/15: A client from our non-emergency wheelchair department called in to commend our driver, Armando Roman, stating

he did a wonderful job and was very professional.

Submitted by, Geri Ricci, Logistics Coordinator

FRANCIS IERACI 5/11/15: We responded to a call in a local town. On scene, we provided medical care to the patient. Francis was instrumental

in being able to multitask several tasks. He was awesome

Submitted by, Michael Cafano, EMS

NICOLE MAZZONE 5/11/15: I would like to personally recognize Nicole Mazzone for stepping up to help out last week. On Wednesday, May

6th, we had a book off which would have resulted in me covering dispatch. Nicole stepped up and stayed late in the morning

after her overnight shift to help. She came in until 0200 to help. This enabled me to be able to get a multitude of important

tasks completed. Nicole has been consistently offering to help, has been more than willing to change her schedule if needed,

and has come in to help on multiple occasions. She also stepped up to the plate as a new call receiver to learn dispatching, and

has excelled far beyond any trainee before her.

Submitted by, Katrina Morrow, Transportation Supervisor

DENISE AKSOY 5-16-15 I have been meaning to write this email for awhile regarding Paramedic Denise Aksoy. I have been Denise's partner

for about a year now and I wanted you to know what an exceptional Paramedic she is. We have done countless emergencies

and she is consistently a true medical professional both on and off scene. Denise is always very calm, polite and her

paramedic skills are above reproach. On scene during stressful situations she has the ability to not only conduct a thorough

assessment but also reassures all family members as well. She is an irreplaceable asset to this company. I truly enjoy working

as her partner. Thank you,

Submitted by, Peter Sanders AEMT

Page 4 SPECIAL RECOGNITION Thank you for the work you do;

you make a difference! Congratulations!

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KATELYN MORICO and LAUREN DIMITRUCK 5-23-15 Personnel from Shoreline Clinic called to give recognition to Katelyn Morico and Lauren Dimitruck for quickly

responding and providing urgent medical care on a patient that unexpectedly arrived.

Submitted by, Thomas Anderson., EMS Operations Coordinator

MARY RAYMOND 5-24-15: The father of a patient that needed medical care called to thank Mary for guiding him through the CPR process. He

said the Mary was very calm and reassuring and the patient is alive today because of her help.

Submitted by, Thomas Anderson, EMS Operations Coordinator

PAOLO ROY and RYAN TEIXEIRA 5-26-15 We received a compliment from the wife of a patient that Paolo and Ryan transported. She stated that Paolo and

Ryan were very kind and gentle. She and her daughter were very upset about the husband’s/dad’s condition and Paolo and

Ryan made them feel more comfortable.

Submitted by, Dana Hunter Moyer.

WENDI LAWLESS, JESUS ZENON, DAVID BURKE and SARAH MILAS 6-10-15: I spoke with the Mother of a patient who stated Wendi, Jesus, David and Sarah “are superb, marvelous, and very

attentive” with her family member. The family really appreciates that.

Submitted by, Josephine Nigro, PreScheduler

GINA FONGEMIE and NICHOLAS JOAQUIM 6/14/15: I received a call from the wife of a patient who wanted to tell us what a great job you did while rendering medical

care to her husband. She stated that you were courteous and professional, and she is sure you saved his life. I just wanted to

pass that along to you. Nice Job!

Submitted by, John Pierce, EMS Operations Coordinator

MATTHEW SKIFFINGTON 6-15-15 I received a phone call Friday evening from a friend regarding the transport of a family member on 6/10/2015. The

caller wanted me to know how kind and professional Matt Skiffington was while at the home of the family member who

needed medical care.

Submitted by, Dana Hunter Moyer

CARLOS PIMENTEL and MATTHEW FELICIANO 7-2-15 A client called to let us know what a great job Carlos and Matt have been doing . She has had multiple

transportations and wanted to praise these guys for their good work.

Submitted by, Thomas Anderson, EMS Operations Coordinator

WILLIAM WESTERMEYER and ILIJA BRATINA 7-6-15: We received a communication from Life Star on a recent call where William and Ilija were the treating crew. Per the

letter "The patient was transported to Hartford Hospital where he underwent emergent surgical repair for his many injuries."

He is admitted and recovering.

We at Hunters would like to extend our congratulations on a job well done along with the Life Star staff. Keep up the good

work.

Submitted by, William McGovern, Quality Assurance Coordinator

SPECIAL RECOGNITION Thank you for the work you do;

you make a difference! Congratulations!

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SLOANE PETERSON-VATH, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Chair Car Drivers Full-Time or Part-Time.

Public Service endorsement (V) preferred, not required.

High School Diploma/GED. Valid CT Driver’s License.

Training is provided upon hiring.

Special Transportation Drivers Part-Time.

Bus-endorsement CDL P/S

(Commercial Driver’s License with passenger and school

endorsement)

Student Vehicle Transportation, endorsement V

High School Diploma/ GED. Valid CT CDL required.

March –June 2015:

Administration

Stephanie Karpey (2)

Kim Negrini

Barbara Raffile (2)

Billing

Francine Beaudoin

April Lumbra

Lisa Elliott

Supervisors

William McGovern

Mark Gagne

Thomas Anderson

SLOANE PETERSON-VATH, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

TOP PERFORMING EMPLOYEES Congratulations to the following employees who were nominated as Top Performers

Non Emergency

Valerie Rasmussen

Tonia Sawallich

Robert Rogers

Gary Judd

Special Transportation

Daniel Putnam

Elizabeth Perez

EMS

James Monthei

Aaron Cox

Jesus Zenon

Pete Sanders

Dan Jackson

David DiLoreto

Chelsea Hunter

Jo-Ann White Hall

Tim Cormier

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HONORING OUR EMPLOYEES ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

EMS WEEK, May 17-23, 2015 OFFICE APPRECIATION DAYS, April 20-24, 2015

NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS WEEK, April 12-18, 2015 During these celebratory weeks, we recognized our staff in several divisions. Many enjoyed a hot breakfast consisting of

eggs, hash browns, Belgian waffle, juice and coffee; continental breakfast; and a nourishing lunch and healthy snacks. We

also delivered lunch to many of those who were working the road. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.

In October, we will celebrate National School Bus Safety week, honoring staff in our Non-Emergency, Special

Transportation and Facility Maintenance Divisions.

Paramedics and EMT’s Full-Time or Part-time

State Certification/License & CPR required.

Valid CT Driver's License

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TAKE CHARGE WHAT’S YOUR HEALTH SCORE?

For all employees enrolled in our medical insurance, find out in minutes with the Health Assessment.

If you need assistance please come to Bldg. 3; an HR representative can walk you through the process.

It is time to complete your Health Risk Assessment (HRA)

To qualify for the $25.00 premium reduction per pay period effective September 1st ,

You MUST COMPLETE your Health Risk Assessment (HRA) on-line from July 1st through August 31st.

THE HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT is the online survey (takes about 10-15 minutes to complete) that must be done

separate and apart from any other health incentives to be announced.

You must complete the assessment online before August 31, 2015 even if you completed one last year.

Before you can take steps to improve your health, you need to understand where you’re at right now. That’s where the Health

Assessment comes in. This online questionnaire is an essential tool for anyone interested in knowing the details about their

health – both good and bad. By completing the Health Assessment you will receive:

• A personal health score

• A comparison with others of your age and gender, and

• Simple recommendations you can use right away to live a healthier life.

Backed by the expertise of WebMD, the Health Assessment is clinically validated and follows the guidelines of the U.S.

Preventive Services Task Force. Your answers to the Health Assessment are considered Protected Health Information and will

be kept completely confidential.

THREE SIMPLE STEPS:

Completing the Health Assessment is easy and takes about 15-20 minutes. There are three simple steps:

1. Answer a series of questions about yourself, your lifestyle and your well-being

2. Get your health score and detailed results

3. Review suggested changes to improve your health

To help you understand how to improve your health, the Health Assessment identifies your highest risk areas, such as weight,

diet, exercise and stress. Although some risks are uncontrollable—such as your family’s health history—others can be avoided

through changes in lifestyle and diet. Just one healthy choice each day can make a real difference over time.

HOW TO ACCESS THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT: The Health Assessment is available 24/7 via the ConnectiCare website by following these steps:

1. Log on to connecticare.com/members with your username and password. If you’re not a registered user, it takes only a

few minutes to sign up.

2. Click on “My Health” in the top menu.

3. Under “Maintain My Health,” click on “Health Assessment.”

4. You’ll be navigated to the WebMD member site. If you’re a new user on WebMD, complete the two-step registration:

• Check off “Topics of Interest” to learn more about specific health topics (for new WebMD registrants only – this step is

optional).

• Check off Newsletters that you’re interested in receiving from WebMD (for new WebMD registrants only – this step is

optional).

5. Click on “Take your Health Assessment” under your personal Action Plan, and you’re ready to begin!

We hope the Health Assessment will help you choose health goals and establish a plan of action for reaching them! For more

information about the Health Assessment, watch the short online tutorial at

www.brainshark.com/connecticare/healthassessment.

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http://www.brainshark.com/connecticare/healthassessment

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HUNTER’S AMBULANCE

~ 26th ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC ~

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

This year we are pleased to announce that our Annual Golf Classic will be held at the newly remodeled Farms

Country Club, Wallingford, Connecticut. This year marks the 26th anniversary of this special event dedicated

to William and Carol.

To receive your registration form or if you are interested in helping with the Hunter’s Ambulance Annual Golf

Classic in Memory of William Lawton and Carol Gillooly, please contact chairpersons, Dana Hunter Moyer at ext.

5104 or David Lowell at ext. 5106. You may also contact Barbara Raffile at ext. 5130 or via our Golf RSVP line

at 203-514-5180. Additional information is available on our website, www.huntersamb.com and click on the golf

icon.

Special Discounted Golfer's Fee

for Hunter's Employees

of $175.00 includes:

Green Fees

Cart

Lunch

Awards Dinner

Recognition in Program Book

Gift

Raffles and Prizes

Team Awards

2014 Award Recipients

September 15, 2015

MEETINGS BILLING DIVISION: TBD

PRESCHEDULE: TBD

TBD PreSchedule Meeting at 7:00am-8:00am., Base 1, building 3, Gathering Room

LIAISONS:

TBD Liaisons Meeting at 8:30am.-9:00am, Base 1, Building 3, Gathering Room

EMS TELECOMMUNICATIONS: TBD EMS Telecommunications meeting at Base 1, Building 3

NON-EMS TELECOMMUNICATIONS:

TBD Non-Emergency Telecommunications Meeting at 7:30pm., Base 1,

building 3, Classroom C or Gathering Room

TBD Non-Emergency Telecommunications Meeting at 7:30pm., Base 1,

building 3, Classroom C or Gathering Room

EMS DIVISION

TBD EMS Staff at 9:00am.—10:00am., Base 1, Building 3, Gathering Room

SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION DIVISION

1st Wednesday: Special Transportation Staff Meeting at 10:00 a.m., Base 1, Building 3,

Classroom A/B

NON-EMERGENCY DIVISION (attend 1 of these meetings)

1st Wednesday: Non-Emergency Staff Meeting at 5:00pm, Base 1, Building 3,

SAFETY COMMITTEE

3rd Thursday: Safety Committee Meeting at 10:00a.m., Base 1, Building 3, Classroom C

FTO PROGRAM (attend one of these monthly meetings every other month )

2nd Monday: FTO Meeting at 5:00 p.m., Base 1, Building 3, Classroom C

2nd Wednesday: FTO Meeting at 5:00 p.m., Base 1, Building 3, Classroom C

2nd Friday: FTO Meeting at 8:30 a.m., Base 1, Building 3, Classroom C

ESOP HOT COMMITTEE:

2nd Tuesday: ESOP HOT Committee meeting at 10:00am, Base 1, Building 3

Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating

their Birthday

this month!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

& SPECIAL DAYS

9/7/15 Labor Day

9/15/15:

Hunter’s Ambulance

26th Annual Golf Classic

401K BENEFICIARY

INFORMATION For anyone that has a 401k balance, it is

important that you have a beneficiary on

file. You can enter this beneficiary

information two ways: on-line or via

completing a form.

On-Line: Please go on-line to

www.plandestination.com. If you have not

changed it, your user name is your Social

Security number, your PIN/PASS is your 4

digit birth month and day, ie 0403 for April 3.

Form: Please contact Rita DeJoy at extension

5116 and she will forward a form to you.

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT

THIS INFORMATION IS ON FILE.

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HUNTER’S EMS EXPLORER POST 181

Enjoying a day at Six Flags New England

http://www.plandestination.com