The Chicago Fire Department celebrated new paramedics at a graduation last week, but some officials inside the department say it's not enough.
Leah HopeThe Chicago Fire Department is facing a shortage of paramedics while first responders are working under no contract, firefighter union officials said.The Chicago Fire Department celebrated new paramedics at a graduation last week, but some officials inside the department say it's not enough.Matt Clohessy is a Paramedic in Charge for Ambulance 10 on Chicago's West Side. He said he and other PICs are often asked to work on their days off.
The city's firefighters and paramedics have worked for three years without a new contract. While those discussions are ongoing, union officials are urging for more pay for paramedics to take on supervisory roles. They are also simply asking for more paramedics.Chicago Firefighters Union President Patrick Cleary said timely patient care could be in jeopardy.
Paramedic Shortage Facing Shortage Of Paramedics First Responders Working Under No Contract Firefighter Union Officials Say 15003235
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