Regional Training Institute

Answer the Call


We are excited to introduce you to Regional Training Institute, a non-profit organization established in 2023 to provide high quality Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education at an affordable price.The idea for RTI was born out of a pressing need for more trained professionals in the EMS field. A group of individuals, including John Morrow, Leo Deason, Lee Wills, and David Waid, came together to discuss how they could address this need by providing accessible and high-quality education for aspiring EMS professionals.


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RAMS

Soar with Us


Regional Air Medical Services is a leading flight and critical care provider in North Central Alabama.


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RPS

At our best


Regional Paramedical Services, Inc. was established on July 7, 1987. Seeing a need to provide quality care to Walker County, John L. Wills formed, owned, and operated the first RPS ambulance service. Beginning in 1987 with two (2) ambulances and eight (8) employees, RPS has continued to provide impeccable service. Presently, over thirty-five years of service and expanding into a total of seven (7) counties; RPS has over eighty (80+) ambulances and over  (450+) employees.


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24/7 EMERGENCY

(205) 384-4310


OUR LOCATION

3925 Old Birmingham Hwy
Jasper, AL 35501


DEDICATION

Contact us to get a dedicated team member for your issues.




INTRODUCING OUR TEAM

Great passion
for EMS

Regional Paramedical Services has been providing top quality care since 1987 and strives daily to be the standard of patient care

Lee Wills

CEO


Chief Executive Officer

Lee Wills

Mr. Wills joined Regional Paramedical Services in September 1997. Mr. Wills has served as a paramedic, relief supervisor, and full-time supervisor. Lee Wills was named Operations Manager in January 2008 and serves as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Wills currently holds the following certifications. Nationally Registered Paramedic, ACLS, BTLS, PEPP Provider, CPR/BLS Instructor, EVOC and PEPP Provider.


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Vice President

David Waid

Mr. Waid joined Regional Paramedical Services in July 1987. Mr. Waid currently serves as Director of Operations. Mr. Waid has been a paramedic since 1984 and is certified ACLS, PALS, BTLS, PEPP, CPR, EVOC instructor, and a Hazmat Specialist. Mr. Waid has been the fire chief in Sumiton since 1992, an instructor at Bevill State Community College, a certified Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) certified police officer and a Tactical Medic for the Winston County Sheriff’s Office.


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Chief Financial Officer

Lisa Thrasher

Mrs. Thrasher has been with RPS since May 2009. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and over 20 years of experience in corporate accounting. She previously worked for various medical groups before joining RPS. She is responsible for all financial matters, including financial reporting, budgeting, statistical data, cash flows, and accounts payable. Mrs. Thrasher lives in Sumiton with her husband of 31 years, a teenage daughter, and two pups. Lisa and her family are members of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, where she serves as the Financial Secretary. They also enjoy spending time with extended family at their place on Smith Lake in Arley.


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Chief Operations Officer

Eric Pendley

Mr. Pendley joined Regional Paramedical Services in December 1995. He is married to Jenny Pendley, a 7th-grade reading teacher at West Point Middle School in Cullman County. They have two children, Molly, 11 years old, and Tucker Brack, six. Mr. Pendley currently serves as the North District Operations Manager. He is a 1991 Graduate of Curry High School in Walker County. He attended Jacksonville State University and graduated from Bevill State Community College in 1996. Mr. Pendley is an instructor of ACLS and BLS and is current in PEPP and EVOC. He serves as Chairman of the EMS Council for Walker County and is an active member at Temple Baptist Church in Cullman County.


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WORKING HOURS


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8AM – 5PM

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(205) 384-4310


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3925 Old Birmingham Hwy
Jasper, AL 35501