MEDIC OneSource™ Managed AED Program Implementation
Apr 24, 2004
A Closer Look at MEDIC OneSource™
The four main MEDIC OneSource components combine to provide a complete one stop AED implementation program. Below, get acquainted with each component, and check the AED Implementation page for updated information.
Philips AEDs
MEDIC FIRST AID has partnered with Philips Medical Systems to offer Philips HeartStart defibrillators as the AED provider for MEDIC OneSource. Philips AEDs have been recognized as the best in the industry, recently winning five awards from leading global growth consultant Frost & Sullivan for their AED innovations.
Two AEDs are available, the HeartStart FR2+ and the HeartStart Onsite. The FR2+ is optimized for efficient operation and rapid delivery of lifesaving therapy. It's a rugged and versatile AED, which is why so many choose it for extreme environments, especially industrial.
Highlights include:
- Lightweight: Fully equipped at just under 5 pounds
- Intuitive: 1-2-3 operation, with text and voice prompts
- Flexible: For use on anyone of any age, including children and infants
- Ever-Ready: Powered by either a long-life disposable or a rechargeable battery
- Effective: Clinically proven low-energy waveform
The OnSite AED features:
- Lightweight: Fully equipped at just 3.3 pounds
- Intuitive: Simple design and clear voice instructions instill the confidence needed when administering therapy to a person in cardiac arrest
- Flexible: Available for use on anyone of any age, including children and infants
- Ever-Ready: Powered by a long-life (4 year) disposable battery. Automated tests help ensure readiness
- Effective: Patented SMART Analysis heart rhythm assessment and SMART Biphasic defibrillation therapy, clinically proven in nearly 10 years of use
National Training
MEDIC FIRST AID has a referral list of more than 2,400 independent instructors covering the United States, evenly distributed throughout the largest population centers. This assures that an instructor can reach any business location and provide a variety of AED training classes, including the innovative line of MEDIC FIRST AID Training Programs.
MEDIC FIRST AID has a strong tradition of innovation in AED training programs. We were the first emergency care program developer to offer a lay responder training program in the use of an AED. We also created the first teaching program that included the use of an AED on a pediatric patient.
Medical Direction
MEDIC FIRST AID is excited to introduce MD Solutions, its partner in MEDIC OneSource medical direction. The medical direction package has been developed to meet federal and varying state requirements, and provides physician approved services to ensure the highest possibility of success when using a defibrillator during a medical emergency. Each plan is tailored to fit client needs.
Services include:
- Initial prescriptions to satisfy federal regulation for purchase of AEDs
- Annual review and approval of training programs
- Protocols and standing orders for AED use
- Annual review of AED policies and procedures
- Advice with maintaining regulation compliance
- Telephone consultation regarding AED program
- 24/7 urgent call consultation regarding the use of an AED
- Post cardiac arrest data card analysis
Tracking Services
OneSource Manager™ is a comprehensive, Web-based management tool created by MEDIC FIRST AID to help clients maintain regulatory compliance of their AED programs.
This online service features an intuitive and easy-to-use format to organize critical information within a defibrillator program. Reporting functions and automated email allow program managers and site coordinators to closely watch key program components and maintain their ability to respond with a defibrillator to an SCA.
OneSource Manager enables users to track AED maintenance histories, record incidents of actual AED use, use or expiration of consumable accessories, such as pads and batteries, and much more. The program can easily track multiple onsite defibrillators with varied accessories, differing inspection histories, and a range of expiration dates. Automatic emails notify managers of pending expirations, including monthly email reports on the status of all devices.
Clients will be able to track employee and training certifications. Instructors can directly input training rosters and detailed student histories are always on hand.
