[Scan-DC] MSP Aviation Command To Host Flight Paramedic Virtual Open House

[Alan Henney]

https://news.maryland.gov/msp/2021/04/13/msp-aviation-command-to-host-flight-paramedic-virtual-open-house/

MSP Aviation Command To Host Flight Paramedic Virtual Open House

April 13, 2021

(MIDDLE RIVER, MD) – Experienced paramedics seeking a rewarding career will
have an opportunity to get a glimpse into the everyday life of a Trooper
Flight Paramedic from the safety of the computer screen.

The virtual open house is set for 6 p.m. on May 19, 2021. The recruiting
event will provide a look into the operations and extensive training to be
a part of the Aviation Command’s team. The Maryland State Police Aviation
Command’s newest Rescue Technicians will offer an insight into their
experiences since joining the Agency. Viewers will have an opportunity to
ask operational and training-related questions at the end of the
presentation. This virtual open house is for experienced (National
Registered and/or Maryland-certified) paramedics with the desire to advance
their career horizons.

For more information, please visit http://mdsp.maryland.gov -> Aviation
Command -> Careers -> Trooper/Medic and click the link to register at the
bottom of the page. If you have any additional questions, please email
msp.medics at maryland.gov. Space is limited, only the most qualified
individuals will be selected for this open house; more opportunities will
follow in the future.

For our Maryland law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services
partners, the Maryland State Police Aviation Command is pleased to announce
the launching a new and improved outreach program; please stay tuned for
additional information on how to request a visit by Trooper Flight
Paramedics. MSP representatives will explain helicopter landing zone
selection/safety, as well as our new capabilities including ultrasound and
the administration of blood products. Please email
msp.AVoutreach at maryland.gov for more information.

The Maryland State Police Aviation Command operates a fleet of 10 AW-139
helicopters from seven bases throughout the State on a 24/7/365 basis. The
Command has served Maryland’s citizens since 1970 through medevac, law
enforcement, search & rescue, homeland security, and disaster assessment
missions. The success of rescues performed by the Aviation Command depends
a great deal on the cooperative partnerships with local fire, rescue, EMS,
law enforcement agencies, as well as the United States Coast Guard.