Recruitment & Retention
The EMS1 recruitment and retention topic includes research into what drives providers from the profession, tips for finding, recruiting, hiring and onboarding EMS personnel, as well as strategies for protecting provider emotional and physical health and increasing job satisfaction for the long haul
Empower personnel to step in early — before issues escalate
New Florida data shows the profession must evolve or continue to lose talent at unsustainable rates
With burnout ranked as the top concern, the EMS Trend Survey reveals a profession pushed to the brink — and what must change to protect it
With 17 paramedic vacancies, the county turns to sign-on bonuses, but will it solve the real problem?
A Baltimore City Fire Department paramedic earned $358,586 last year—mostly from overtime—underscoring severe understaffing that fuels employee burnout, long EMS wait times, and city budget concern
Officials in Wapello County are exploring options to make EMS an essential service, requiring a voter-approved levy, as discussions continue on sustainable emergency medical solutions
City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages
The Aims Fire and EMS Xplore Academy introduces student to fire and EMS careers in several skill stations
Being an emergency medical technician is rewarding job, and with the right EMT training, there’s plenty of room to grow
Program aims to recruit and train 50-75 paramedics annually to strengthen workforce
Cleveland paramedics and EMTs are arguing that the mayor’s proposed budget fails to address staffing shortages
State EMS Director Joe Schmider on how Texas’ data-driven plan brought in 10,915 new providers
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Chief Emily Jaramillo said the plan to have two medics on ambulances hinders efforts to increase overall paramedic coverage citywide
The New London Fire Department’s EMS runs have increased while the number of fires has relatively stayed the same
Recruitment efforts can focus on non-traditional members, people who live outside the area and even members of neighboring departments
Eve Grau, co-founder of Royal Ambulance, a Glassdoor Employee’s Choice winner, shares the moments that matter, and how to recognize performance
On his first day, President Trump ordered federal agencies to end all “equity-related” grants and contracts, later mandating contractors to certify they don’t promote DEI
EMS providers face challenges in recruiting and retaining staff, as leaders exploring financial incentives, legislative support and reclassification as an essential service
The Dalton Fire Company informed residents that ambulance service will be provided by neighboring fire departments in other townships
GMR, the parent company of American Medical Response in Colorado Springs, employs nearly 35,000 clinicians and support staff, with veterans making up approximately 15% of its workforce
From coffee, to healthy snacks and hydration options, make sure your EMS crews have everything they need to recharge between shifts with cost-saving subscription options
The Freedom House EMT Training Academy honored its latest graduates, celebrating a program rooted in Pittsburgh’s pioneering Black-led ambulance service
When the overtime pool is deep, many EMTs and paramedics will swim for as long as they possibly can
D.C.'s fire chief says the program will help expand ALS care and strengthen the District’s EMS system
No one wants to join a sinking ship
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
“You can’t oversee EMS medicine from behind a desk.” With a full-time medical director, providers gain a mentor, coach and advocate.
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’ first responders-only program has increased membership by focusing on those who do not want firefighter training
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?
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