jkruppa804
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Hello all, I'm a recent college graduate (one year and counting) from California. I'm looking to make a transition between my current corporate job into a career in the health field and, after some research, starting as an EMT is the best launch point for where I want to be. A few questions I would like to get first hand experience/the inside scoop for, if you would be so kind:
1. What is job availability (paid) like for a newly certified EMT-B (in major metropolitan areas and their surrounding suburbs)? What are the best resources for finding these jobs?
2. How often do EMT's and paramedics interact with PA's, doctors, and nurses aside from ambulance/hospital transfer of patients?
3. What opportunities are there for community involvement in poverty and low income areas in relation to an EMT?
4. What are average shift lenghts and weekly shift schedules like for EMT's?
5. Pay rate - hourly average, overtime, and holiday?
6. How much does your driving record affect your hiring potential?
I know this is a lot, so feel free to answer as many as you feel like. All answers, insight, tips, and further advice is GREATLY appreciated! Please share!
1. What is job availability (paid) like for a newly certified EMT-B (in major metropolitan areas and their surrounding suburbs)? What are the best resources for finding these jobs?
2. How often do EMT's and paramedics interact with PA's, doctors, and nurses aside from ambulance/hospital transfer of patients?
3. What opportunities are there for community involvement in poverty and low income areas in relation to an EMT?
4. What are average shift lenghts and weekly shift schedules like for EMT's?
5. Pay rate - hourly average, overtime, and holiday?
6. How much does your driving record affect your hiring potential?
I know this is a lot, so feel free to answer as many as you feel like. All answers, insight, tips, and further advice is GREATLY appreciated! Please share!