EMS Management
The EMS management topic focuses on leadership within EMS agencies, bringing together a range of relevant columns and resources as well as the latest news on EMS department operations, budget issues and new appointments.
From micromanagement to missed opportunities for growth, these red flags can make or break your EMS team. Is your boss on this list?
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
The best feedback is timely, relevant, specific and actionable
The Freedom House EMT Training Academy honored its latest graduates, celebrating a program rooted in Pittsburgh鈥檚 pioneering Black-led ambulance service
With over 30 years of EMS leadership in both the U.S. and the U.K., Lawrence brings extensive experience to support AIMHI鈥檚 mission
When the overtime pool is deep, many EMTs and paramedics will swim for as long as they possibly can
Discover how mentorship helps EMS educators thrive, with expert insights from Jonathan Jenkins and surprise guest Mike Taigman
No one wants to join a sinking ship
Transitioning to a healthcare system that embraces and reimburses community-based EMS care
Escambia County EMS is ramping up recruitment efforts amid rising demand for paramedics, offering incentives like a $10,000 sign-on bonus and flexible scheduling
Colorado Springs, Sacramento and Richmond: Integrating analytics into decision-making to enhance patient outcomes, personnel support and sustainable operations
Takeaways from the First CMS Data Collection Report on Ambulance Services to enhance service levels and reduce costs of service delivery
Dallas Fire Rescue鈥檚 pilot program launched in areas chosen for rapid response to gunshot wounds, stabbings and other trauma
Morris Hospital recognized EMS System Coordinator Ed Ludwig for his committed to innovation and improvement
Citing the strain on resources, TLC Emergency Services will no longer respond to non-injury lift-assist calls, ensuring ambulances remain available for emergency situations
The Paoli Fire Company had been studying the need for an EMS substation and took advantage of a roadway project to start the service
The Country Club Hills Fire Department Local 2720 stated it disagrees with the requirement of one paramedic and one EMT on an ambulance
The Joint Task Force on EMS Response Staffing Configurations released a white paper focused on patient outcome data during an unprecedented staffing and economic crisis
Port Edwards鈥� first responders-only program has increased membership by focusing on those who do not want firefighter training
Allegations of a coverup lead to disciplinary action within the fire department
Enfield EMS is the fourth agency in New England to establish a whole blood program
With call volumes up 55%, Walla Walla shifts to local funding to add EMTs and paramedics
Boston MedFlight is placing a helicopter at Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
Orangeburg officials are asking MUSC Health-Orangeburg administrators to address complaints
Pafford Emergency Medical Services will be the new ambulance service in Lee County
Medical Committee Chair Dr. Jeffrey Kuo said medical operations are ramped up to support the needs of fans and players
The EMS Leadership Academy highlights the urgent need to address funding, career pathways and wellness support
When leadership turnover is persistent, is this a personnel issue or a deeper systemic problem?
During a time of racial tension and social upheaval, the movement helped form the foundations of the pre-hospital care we鈥檙e used to today
Fort Lauderdale鈥檚 proposed EMS tax projected to bring in nearly $55M was stopped short by the need to have residents vote on it
Increases in drug overdoses and behavioral health calls have led some Twin Cities fire and EMS chiefs to use social workers and Community Risk Reduction to address demands
Over 90 percent of those who participated said support groups and therapy would help but the stigma is also a problem
Grant County Fire District 3 officials are looking to assess Columbia EMS and Lifeline Ambulance operations and areas of improvement
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