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Jim Santos

Jim Santos joined Southern Berkshire Ambulance in 1975. He has nearly 50 years’ experience as an emergency medical technician. He joined the SBA Board of Directors in 2021, where he serves as president. He also serves as the president of the Southern Berkshire Emergency Medical Services Foundation, which provides grants to regional emergency services organizations. Jim just celebrated his 50th year working at Fairview Hospital.

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Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: June 2026

The Fourth of July is one of the best nights of the year in the Berkshires. As your local ambulance service, we would much rather see you at the parade than in the back of one of our rigs. A few simple precautions go a long way.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: May 2026

I'd like to thank the citizens—and the leadership—of Alford, Egremont, Monterey, Mount Washington, and Sheffield for the support they showed the squad at their Town Meetings.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: April 2026

Well, it’s been a month and we’ve been busy. Call volume was up, with approximately 250 calls. Thanks to our team for keeping South County safe!

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: March 2026

Despite the challenge in recruiting new paramedics and EMTs, I am pleased to announce that Southern Berkshire Ambulance (SBAS) is now fully staffed.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: Contract negotiations, February 2026

We want to ask together: Given who lives here year-round, who joins us seasonally, how far we must travel to definitive care, and how bad our worst days can be, at what level of busyness are we willing to operate and what are we willing to invest to keep both patients and providers safe?

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: January 2026

Most town ambulances are staffed with EMTs. Our paramedic capabilities are one of the most important ways this organization adds value throughout Southern Berkshire County.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: December 2025

2025 marks my 50th year as a volunteer with Southern Berkshire Ambulance. My good friend, Ken Schumacher, is celebrating his 49th. Together, we've seen a lot of change. But one thing hasn't: We are there when you need us—24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: November 2025

This is going to be an especially challenging budget season for Southern Berkshire Ambulance Squad (SBAS). Here's why.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: October

A regular Berkshire Edge column on trends in local emergency medical services.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance

A regular Berkshire Edge column on trends in local emergency medical services.

Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance

A regular Berkshire Edge column on trends in local emergency medical services.
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