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ensure that the talents Of•each member of the organization are utilized to the rriazimum extent possible -'and that we give careful attention to the pro- fessional development of all of those within CARE. _Leaders and managers must also understand that certain laws hold those in positions of'authority responsible and accountable If a healthcare provider violates the law. For this reason, it Is very important for managers to contact the Compliance Officer or CARE's legal counsel If there is any doubt as to the. legality of actions.taken by anyone associated with or employed by CARE. Our Fundamental Commitments We affirm the.following fundamental commitments: To our patients: We are committed to providing quality care that is sensitive, compassionate, promptly delivered, and cost-effective. To our CARE colleagues: We are committed to a work setting which treats all colleagues. with fairness, dignity, and respect, and affords them an opportunity to grow, to develop profession- ally, and to work in a team environment in which all ideas are considered. To our paramedics, emergency medical technicians, nurses, and other medical providers: We are committed to providing a work environment which has excellent facilities, modern equipment and vehicles, and outstanding professional support. To our third party payers: We are committed to dealing with our third - party payers in a way that demonstrates our commitment to contractual obli- gations and reflects our shared concern for quality healthcare and bringing efficiency and cost effectiveness to healthcare. We encourage our private third -party payers to.adopt their own set of comparable ethical principles to explicitly recognize their obligations to patients as well as the need for fair- ness in dealing with providers. To our regulators: We are committed to complying with all applicable laws, regulations, statutes, and guidance issued 'by the state of California 250-230