CHIEF JAMES SCULLION MEDAL

Chief James Scullion began his career with EMS as a motor vehicle operator. His responsibilities included driving the doctors who rode the ambulances at the time to the scenes of injury or sudden illness. In 1970, when New York State initiated its innovative program of training individuals who rode the ambulances as Emergency Medical Technicians, James Scullion was among the first selected from the ranks of EMS to receive such training and subsequent certification. Chief Scullion’s tenure also included a lengthy tour as the Assistant Chief in charge of the EMS Communications Center. As more sophisticated communications equipment became available, Chief Scullion made sure it was employed by EMS, long before it became an industry standard. With the advent of Paramedic training within the system in the early ‘70s, Chief Scullion was assigned as the administrative supervisor in charge of overseeing Paramedic instruction and field operations. Chief Scullion was actively involved in ensuring New York City’s Paramedic program was second to none, up to the time of his unfortunate passing. The original success of the City’s first Paramedic training program can be attributed to Chief Scullion’s dedication and commitment. His memory and commitment to excellence are honored in the Chief James Scullion Medal. There is a cash award of $500 (split among recipients), donated by the Superior Officers Association and Robert A. McCracken.—Sponsored by the Superior Officers Association

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