Travis joins San Juan EMS as new paramedic….
Posted January 19, 2011 at 6:57 pm by Ian Byington
Travis' dad (that's Doug on the right) and grandmother flew in from the eastern part of the state just for the swearing-in ceremony last night.
Last night Chief Jim Cole swore in Travis Potter as the island’s newest paramedic, replacing departing longtime islander Jim Ricks. Here’s more from the EMS:
San Juan Island EMS (SJIEMS) has hired a new full-time paramedic. After a national search and exhaustive application process, Travis Potter was selected from over 30 candidates. He is a Nationally Registered Paramedic and has received many distinguished service awards from previous employers. He has earned an Associate’s Degree in Paramedicine from Lane Community College additional undergraduate coursework in business from the University of Idaho.
“His wilderness background in the Ski Patrol as well as experience with the US Forest Service will help him to be effective in our remote island setting,” said Chief Jim Cole. Mr. Potter holds additional certifications in Difficult Airway Course and Advanced Medical Life Support.
Travis is looking forward to integrating into the island community, and enjoys camping, skiing, and playing the bagpipes.
San Juan Island EMS is the tax supported, county EMS agency serving the residents and visitors of San Juan Island, the Town of Friday Harbor, Brown Island, Stuart Island, Johns Island, Speiden Island, Pearl Island and Henry Island in San Juan County, Washington. Further information about San Juan Island EMS is available online at www.sanjuanems.org.
EMS Chief Jim Cole welcomes Travis Potter to the island....
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