DCHeathJr

Triple Canopy is a top notch business! As far as 'taking over' contracts, I am not too sure that is the case. It is not common that contracts are 'taken over. I am sure Triple Canopy submitted competitive bids for the contracts you reference and subsequently were awarded based on the presentation. Triple Canopy along with the other commercial contractors will pay what 'the going rate' with respect to government guidelines, area of operation and specific job description/assignment. Allow me to caution you on the 'tax free' issue. There are very specific guidelines that one must follow so as to take advantage of the 'tax free' status. For example, one must be out of the continental US (CONUS) 330 days [of 365] to even qualify. Additionally, only the first $83K is 'tax free.' If you are looking to get into contracting, I highly recommend that you research 'everything.' Although I am sure that you have gained a great deal of experience in the 'Level 2 Trauma Center' you referenced, you need to appreciate and understand that there is an incredible difference between 'conventional' medicine, which you are experienced in and 'unconventional, out-of-hospital' medicine that is an absolutely 180 degree difference. I highly recommend that you obtain a significant amount of training in Tactical Combat Casualty Care [based] courses and test yourself to see if you can perform to standard. Should you find this to be your nitch, then build on it with passion. Do not let it be a flash-in-the-pan per se. Contractors such as Triple canopy are only going to tap into those medics with operational experience and a significant training dosier. Good luck to you! DC

Hey, good evening! I saw your post and that you are local. If I may... definitely check out Lake-Sumter Emergency Medical Services (http://www.lakesumterems.org/). It really does not get any better and the service is non-fire based. Cordially, Don

If I might jump in the discussion here even if a bit late... With regards to what commercial training organization one selects, I would highly suggest before committing, that one take the time to thoroughly investigate into each organization. Make a phone call or drop an e-mail and inquire as to who makes up the cadre and what is the cadre background. Additionally, assure that the organization is compliant and teaching to standard regarding up-to-date casualty care guidelines as directed by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care. As an added measure, make sure that the organization is made up of solid operators that indeed conduct operations and do not stem from a support element alone. Just a few thoughts... V/R DC