Paramedic Chief
The news items, feature articles, videos and more you find here are selected specifically with paramedic chiefs and EMS leaders in mind. This content will give those who are charged with running a department or agency the tools, information and insight they need to excel as leaders and managers.
Being present is only one part of MBWA: You also need to ask questions and build rapport
These priorities ensure leaders have the tools to inspire trust, lead effectively, and guide their teams with confidence and expertise
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The number of people affected is unknown, but Comstar Ambulance Billing said that suspicious activity was detected in March
The new Austin Travis County EMS chief offers tips for rising leaders
Researchers have developed a systems-level checklist to address stress and violence affecting fire-based EMS responders
Crystal Blevins accused the chief and others of inappropriate behavior; Jeffersontown Fire Department said it has taken appropriate action
Under Dr. John Gallagher, 92 employees left the roughly 200-person Sedgwick County EMS, causing ambulance shutdowns and reduced response times
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss host Chris Cebollero鈥檚 multi-year effort to create a universal reimbursement program for community paramedicine work
Governor signs bill prohibiting Arizona鈥檚 EMTs from persuading patients into not going to hospital
Know the four EQ skills that can help build your awareness and empathy
From issues of trust, conflict and commitment to accountability avoidance and inattention, dysfunction can render a team utterly ineffective
The association is also accepting nominations for ethics committee members and honorary members
鈥淪adly, this isn鈥檛 the last time we will see these headlines, but for us, today, put the tourniquet away and focus on the heart and soul of those in our charge.鈥�
President of the Austin EMS Association, Capt. Selena Xie is always looking for ways to elevate the EMS impact on the community
Organizations stuck using yesterday鈥檚 demand analysis deployment strategies are getting left behind
In emergency services, the efforts of the crew and lessons learned on the ground are just as important as the outcome
The staffing of captains Felicia Barnes, Emily Murphy and Katja Lancing marked the first time all three captain positions at one station were held by women
The new president and officers will serve a two-year term
From 鈥渁rmadillos to zombies,鈥� unified command tabletop exercises prepare public safety personnel for real-life mass casualty incidents
Executive coaching expert Vivian James Rigney recounts what a life-changing experience summiting one of the world鈥檚 highest peaks taught him about leadership
It鈥檚 OK to have flaws 鈥� we all do 鈥� but we must be willing to work on them
Communities are trying to answer the question of what they expect and what they are willing to pay for
Morgan County EMS says Keenan Blair鈥檚 death is being investigated
Austin, Texas, EMTs and paramedics have every right to be frustrated with the city鈥檚 salary increase offer
Christopher Biggs remains charged with four misdemeanor counts in a large deer poaching case
Don鈥檛 worry, you can still experience elements of the show from afar
While meetings are not typically a fan favorite, they can be productive places to gather and collaborate, if managed well
What does your agency social media presence convey?
Much like directors guide actors, leaders can direct members to display positive interactions that reflect well on the department
EMS leaders should set the example and model the behavior that is best for the department and the crews
Providing our middle managers the mentorship, resources and tools to lead well is paramount to the future of EMS
