Starke County EMS Transfers Increase, New Personnel Hired

Posted on May 11, 2018
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI

When giving her report to the Starke County Commissioners, EMS Clerk Mary Lynn Ritchie mentioned that EMS transfers were up in the month of April. Transfers were up to 21 percent of the run volume which is the highest that percentage has been since July of 2017. The department relies on those numbers to be high to ensure a good revenue stream.

EMS Director Travis Clary said he’s had the chance to hire some new staff.

“I’ve hired three part-time paramedics since our last meeting,” stated Clary. “I’ve also hired one part-time Basic EMT. That’s going to cut down on the overtime production.”

Clary added that he selected three current full-time paramedics to move into the role of Paramedic Shift Captain. That became effective on May 1. He will be setting up a meeting with the auditor to go over workman’s comp claim paperwork in the case that Clary is not immediately available to complete that work.

Starke County EMS Director Hires New Part-Time Paramedics, Gives Ambulance Maintenance Report

Posted on September 9, 2017
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI

Starke County EMS Director Travis Clary told the county commissioners this week that five part-time paramedics were recently hired and they are completing orientation. He hopes this will help cut down on overtime hours.

Clary also reported that no major mechanical issues occurred to the county ambulances in August. Previously, ambulances had experienced several issues and one was always in out of service for repair. The repairs have taken a toll on the EMS budget. Clary and Clerk Mary Lynn Ritchie have brought budget issues before the county council and the commissioners as repairs have caused a funding shortage.

Clary also mentioned that he plans on researching a keyless entry system to better secure the ambulance buildings.