Director of Compliance, Risk, & Emergency Medical Services
Sanford Perreira is currently at America-West Medical Transport in Elk Grove, California
EMS Service
Leading with Care: Passionate About Saving Lives and Shaping Future Responders
With over 30 years of experience in emergency medical services, Sanford Perreira brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the field. He has served as a Paramedic for 20 years and an EMT for 10 years, working in high-volume 911 systems across multiple counties. His background includes a range of supervisory roles, reflecting strong leadership and operational skills in dynamic environments.
Sanford has a strong passion for education and mentorship, having precepted numerous paramedic interns and taught EMT courses. He is also an American Heart Association-certified instructor in Basic Life Support (BLS), including CPR and AED training. His commitment to patient care, team development, and community education has made him a respected professional in the EMS community.
“I have a deep passion for teaching new paramedics the fundamentals of pre-hospital medicine, while also mentoring them in developing confidence, critical thinking, and self-awareness in high-pressure environments. My goal is to instill both technical proficiency and a strong sense of purpose in the next generation of pre-hospital providers.”
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