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May 15, 2025 - Altoona, PA

Shapiro Administration Announces New Statewide Recruitment Initiative to Boost EMS Workforce

Ahead of EMS Week (May 18-24), Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack visited AMED Authority EMS station to launch a new statewide initiative to attract and recruit Pennsylvanians to the emergency medical services field.

The Department will partner with all 13 Pennsylvania regional EMS councils to host career days offering opportunities to speak with local EMS responders and learn more about the role through on-site activities. To assist in the effort,Governor Josh Shapiro's 2025-2026 budget proposal adds $6 million more per year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the regional EMS councils to local stations for activities such as recruitment and retention programs.

"Providing 24-hour access to emergency care is no easy feat because every call for help has unique circumstances and many EMS services are stretched thin," said Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack. "We need to work together to create a pipeline of Pennsylvanians who want to serve their communities as EMS professionals."

Speakers Include:
Gary Watters, Chief of AMED
Kristen Rodack, Executive Deputy Secretary of Health
Jordan Anthony, Southern Allegheny EMS Regional Council Director
James Musselman, AMED EMS Student



Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Chief of AMED Gary Watters joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Southern Allegheny Emergency Medical Services Regional Council Director Jordan Anthony joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Southern Allegheny Emergency Medical Services Regional Council Director Jordan Anthony joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Southern Allegheny Emergency Medical Services Regional Council Director Jordan Anthony joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Southern Allegheny Emergency Medical Services Regional Council Director Jordan Anthony joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> James Musselman, AMED EMS Student, joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> James Musselman, AMED EMS Student, joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_22.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> James Musselman, AMED EMS Student, joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_23.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> James Musselman, AMED EMS Student, joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_24.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> James Musselman, AMED EMS Student, joins Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack and first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals...Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_25.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_26.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_27.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_28.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_29.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Department of Health (DOH) Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack joins first responders in Altoona to kick-off a new statewide initiative to recruit residents interested in becoming EMS professionals.. .As part of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 18-24, Pennsylvania Regional EMS councils and agencies will be hosting career events across the state where Pennsylvanians can meet EMS professionals and learn about local career opportunities and trainings.. .The first two events will be held in Blair and Mercer counties on Sunday, May 18.. .Governor Josh Shapiros proposed 2025-26 budget adds $6 million more a year for the next three years to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, which would be disbursed through the 13 regional EMS councils to local stations. In 2023, he secured $20.7 million to increase Medicaid reimbursement for service and mileage rates for ambulance services, promoting access to health care and ensuring that EMS agencies are properly reimbursed for their critical care.. .Recruiting and retaining EMS first responders is vital to Pennsylvanias health care system as they provide 24-hour emergency medical services, seven days a week. In 2024 alone, over 1,200 emergency agencies responded to more than 2 million calls for service..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27606_DOH_EMS_EmilyDamiano_30.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>