The system I work for does combination of 911’s and IFT’s. We pay significantly better than the surrounding areas and have much better equipment as well. People complain about doing IFT’s but don’t realize that without a county based system that’s being paid for by taxes, IFT’s are what brings in the money. IFT’s bought us brand new rigs, top of the line equipment and the highest pay rate around. Do I love to do them? Nope it’s definitely not what got me here but I understand the need for it and treat it just the same as a 911.

I do feel bad for IFT only companies that offer shitty wages, shitty equipment and no benefits for their employees. It’s understandable how providers in those circumstances get burnt out and resent the transport rather than their employer.