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EMS seeks recruits, expands whole‑blood program; county discusses Medic 10 staffing
Summary
Deputy Chief Chris Johnson told council the EMS division is recruiting for a new paramedic academy, expanding prehospital whole‑blood use statewide, and pursuing staffing to place a daytime paramedic unit below the canal.
Assistant Chief Chris Johnson presented the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) division’s FY26 budget information to the County Council on May 22 and highlighted recruiting, whole‑blood use and plans to position additional paramedic coverage.
Johnson said the EMS division recruited a large and diverse applicant pool for its seventh paramedic academy and has extended or is extending offers to 18 candidates who will start in July and graduate in 2026. He said the division has authorized strength of 159…
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