Harrisonburg Rescue Squad, Inc.

June Membership Spotlight!

Harrisonburg Rescue Squad’s membership spotlight for the month of June is our senior member Emmy Voegtlin!

Emmy joined HRS in March 2022 after hearing “such positive things” about the agency from former members. Since joining HRS, Emmy progressed quickly through her training as both a Driver and Attendant-in-Charge (AIC) and now serves as both a Driver and AIC Preceptor, helping to guide and mentor new members through the training process.

When asked about her favorite aspects of Harrisonburg Rescue Squad, Emmy stated “the people and the insane amount of knowledge between providers.” She shared that working alongside career fire and EMS personnel, flight crews, nurses, physician assistants, and physicians has taught her an incredible amount throughout her time at the agency. Emmy also appreciates the culture of continuous learning at HRS, noting that it is common to see both new and experienced members “engaging in education, training, and team development.” Reflecting on her time at the rescue squad, Emmy says one of the most important lessons she has learned is that “everyone has something to teach you,” a mindset that continues to shape both her personal and professional growth.

Emmy can often be found helping newer members navigate their training and release processes. One of her goals within the agency is to continue expanding her own knowledge while helping her preceptees progress and gain confidence as providers. Looking toward the future, she hopes to continue serving as an educator and mentor within the agency and is considering advancing to a Duty Officer role or obtaining her paramedic certification.

Originally from Fairfax, Virginia, Emmy graduated from JMU in 2024 and recently completed her master’s degree in physiology. Outside of HRS, she works at UVA Outpatient Cardiology. When she is not serving the community or helping train new members, Emmy enjoys running, reading, and spending time with her family.

Emmy’s dedication to learning, mentorship, and service has made her an invaluable part of Harrisonburg Rescue Squad. Emmy says she “can’t recommend joining enough,” and we are grateful that she chose to dedicate her time to Harrisonburg Rescue Squad and the surrounding community. We appreciate all that you do, Emmy, and look forward to seeing what the future holds for you!

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please visit our website at www.harrisonburgrescue.org.

HRS is excited to announce newly released providers! The following are now released to practice independently as Paramedics, EMTs (Attendant In Charge), Drivers, Preceptors (mentors), or Duty Officers (shift supervisors).

Please join us in congratulating the following providers for being released at the various levels:

- Matt T., Paramedic and Driver
- Erica S., AIC
- Grace T., AIC
- Derek H., Driver
- Aaron K., Driver
- Frances S., Driver

Thank you for all you do for the agency and community and congratulations!

If you have an interest in volunteering, please visit our website, www.harrisonburgrescue.org See less