South Carolina Wado-Ryu Karate

08/20/2026

Here are some of our newest students in class! Some have been here for a few weeks and some it’s their first full class! We are glad to have you and welcome you to SC WADO RYU!

08/10/2026

08/05/2026

We're expanding our 12-hour ambulance operations across the county and are now hiring!

We are currently accepting applications for:
• Paramedic Crew Chiefs
• EMT-Basic Crew Members
• EMT-Advanced Crew Members

✅ Full-Time 12-Hour Rotation
✅ Competitive Pay & Benefits

Apply today:

https://jobs.citysuitehr.com/florenceco/jobs/85140/ems-crew-chief-%2812-hour-shift%29

https://jobs.citysuitehr.com/florenceco/jobs/85127/ems-crew-member-%2812-hour-shift%29

Please like, share, and tag someone who would be a great addition to Florence County EMS!

07/22/2026

Our deepest sympathies to our black belt Wesley Davis on the passing of his grandfather.

07/18/2026

Happy Birthday to Senpai Matthew Cook. He is a fantastic asset for our dojo! Please make sure to wish him the happiest of birthdays…

07/02/2026

Why Florence County EMS?

When you're choosing where to build your career, the ambulance is only part of the equation. The people, the culture, the equipment, the training, and the support behind you matter just as much.

At Florence County EMS, we believe our providers deserve the best tools, outstanding training, and a workplace they're proud to call home.

Here's what you'll find at FCEMS:

🚑 Modern Type III ambulances with new Wheeled Coach and AEV units added annually

🩺 Industry-leading equipment including:
• Stryker Power-LOAD Systems
• Stryker Power-PRO Cots
• Stryker Tracked Stair Chairs
• LIFEPAK 15 Cardiac Monitors
• Pedi-Mate & NeoMate pediatric transport devices

📚 Modified South Carolina EMS protocols

🎓 Comprehensive orientation program and paid in-service training, because we believe in preparing our employees for success, not throwing them into the field.

👨‍👩‍👧 A positive, family-oriented culture where teamwork and morale matter.

🏥 Nine stations strategically located throughout Florence County.

⏰ 24/72 schedule with a modified System Operating Team model.

📻 Every employee is issued a Motorola portable radio and department iPad.

👕 Complete uniform package provided, including shirts, pants, polo, pullover, softshell jacket, safety vest, belt, boots, and rain jacket.

💙 South Carolina State Retirement System

🩺 South Carolina BlueCross BlueShield health insurance with dental and vision options.

💰 County-paid incentives and outstanding employee benefits.

💼 Competitive annual salary.

If you're looking for a department that invests in its people, provides the equipment to do the job right, and treats you like family, Florence County EMS may be the place for you.

Come see why so many providers are proud to call Florence County EMS home.

Real People. Real Service. Real EMS.

06/30/2026

REMINDER
No classes this week! Enjoy the 4th! And see you next week!

06/25/2026

Officially today we were able to give our newest Shodan all of his certificates. He is officially a Wado Ryu Black belt and recognized by the USEWF and Japan dojo. Much deserved and well earned Quentin Coker! We are glad you are part of our Wado Ryu family.