Welcome to the Ettrick Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad website! Ettrick Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad has been proudly serving our community since 1976 and looks forward to continuing to support the community in which we serve and live. Learn more
Welcome to the Ettrick Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad website! Ettrick Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad has been proudly serving our community since 1976 and looks forward to continuing to support the community in which we serve and live. Learn more
There's no better way to give back to your community than volunteering to save lives. Ettrick Matoaca Rescue Squad of South Chesterfield VA has opportunities available for individuals looking for career experience, or that simply just want to serve the community. Learn more
Help us save lives by donating to the Ettrick Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad. Every little bit counts towards improving our equipment and emergency services throughout the community. Learn more
Ettrick - Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad, South Chesterfield VA
Ettrick-Matoaca Volunteer Rescue Squad is a nonprofit (501 (c) 3) organization located at 5711 River Road, South Chesterfield VA primarily servicing Southern Chesterfield County. We provide first aide, basic life support and advanced life support emergency services dispatched through the Chesterfield Emergency Communications Center (ECC). Our squad is staffed with volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) supported by donations from community members and supporters with ambulances in service to respond to 911 calls 24/7, 365 a year excluding Sundays from 8 am to 6 pm.Basic Life Support (BLS)
Our BLS providers are the foundation of the squad, providing initial assessment and treatment of both minor and major injuries and illnesses, providing CPR, immobilization of fractures, control of bleeding and medication administration to treat breathing difficulty, diabetic emergencies and chest pain.Advanced Life Support (ALS)
ALS providers build upon the BLS treatments, providing intravenous access, cardiac monitoring and medication administration. EVOCs (members certified in Emergency Vehicle Operations) are the transportation arm of the squad, having been educated in defensive driving skills and in assistance with direct patient care.
