In 2024, the Billings Fire Department launched the SWAT Medic program, a specialized initiative designed to enhance emergency medical support in high-risk situations. This program operates as a unified partnership between the Billings Fire Department (BFD) and the Billings Police Department (BPD), ensuring that experienced BFD Paramedics and EMTs are available to provide critical medical care during high-risk callouts involving the BPD and the Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office (YCSO).
The personnel selected for this elite program undergo an intensive initial training regimen led by the Billings Police Department SWAT team. This training covers advanced medical interventions in tactical environments and weekly proficiency exercises to maintain operational readiness and refine team tactics and procedures.
The primary mission of the BFD SWAT Medic team is to deliver rapid and effective patient assessment and emergency care to both law enforcement personnel and civilians in active threat scenarios. Their presence enhances overall safety and medical response capabilities during critical incidents