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Since 1984, VEMS has been serving the cities of Shelton, Derby and Ansonia and the Towns of Seymour and Oxford.  We are proud to be part of these communities and serving their residents is our primary focus and mission.

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The VEMS Leadership Team

The VEMS leadership team is comprised of an Executive Director and two Operations Supervisors. Their role is to manage the day-to-day activities of the VEMS field operations throughout the Valley area.  From system deployment and operations  to human resource management, this team works to ensure that the field paramedics working on the VEMS units have the support they need to provide the very best care to the residents of the Valley. 

 


 

Jason Perillo, EMT-I, Executive DirectorJason Perillo, EMT-I, Executive Director

As Executive Director, Jason works with the Board of Directors and VEMS field staff to implement VEMS' mission and strategy. He oversees administration and manages VEMS’ relationships with the municipalities it serves.

Prior to serving as Executive Director, he served as the Treasurer of VEMS for seven years.  His previous EMS experience includes leading a significant and successful change initiative as Chief of Echo Hose Ambulance in Shelton.  Jason is also a State Representative serving the residents of Shelton at the State Capitol in Hartford.

Jason is a Certified Public Accountant and received his Bachelors Degree from Georgetown University.  He also holds an MBA which he received from Boston College and a Masters Degree in Public Administration from Harvard University. 

 


 

Jennifer Lyon, Operations SupervisorJennifer Lyon, Paramedic, Operations Supervisor

As Supervisor, Jen works with all VEMS staff to ensure effective and efficient operations. She oversees scheduling, human resources, occupational health and equipment/supplies.

Prior to serving with VEMS, Jen served as a paramedic throughout the Northeast, most recently with Campion Ambulance. She also has extensive experience managing hyperbaric medical facilities in New York and Massachusetts. 

 

 


 

Jeffrey Pranger, Operations SupervisorJeffrey Pranger, Paramedic, Operations Supervisor

As Supervisor, Jeff works with all VEMS staff to ensure effective and efficient operations. He oversees billing and documentation, quality assurance, vehicle maintenance and serves as a liaison for paramedic students.

Prior to serving with VEMS, Jeff served as a paramedic with American Medical Response of Bridgeport. He has nearly 20 years of experience in EMS holds a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Fairfield University.  

 

 


 

 

VEMS News flash

Oxford man named VEMS Director

A Valley native has been named the new executive director of the region’s paramedic service.

Robert A. Pettinella’s appointment was announced Thursday during a meeting of Valley Emergency Medical Services (VEMS).

Pettinella, who lives in Oxford, replaces Jason Perillo.

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