I am having a hard time deciding whether I should make the jump to become a EMT B and eventually a paramedic. I have a few options Im looking at but, in the medical field, Ive narrowed it down to EMT-B/P or Respiratory Therapist(or RN, but thats another story..).
My situation right now is foggy so whatever I decide, that will be that as far as schooling goes. Paramedic intrigues me due to the hands on aspect of the job. But the cons is definitely working so many hours to make a decent living(56 hour week, Ive heard..). Also, just getting a job in the field seems like a huge step, even at the basic level.
RT, as silly as this sounds, interest me because I have the chance to help people without (mostly) having direct contact with patients. Most of the RTs I have talked with at work say that they have fun at what they do, compared to RNs who are ballistic and running around all the time. Working 3 or 4 shifts per week is another pro and, as mentioned, the stress isnt high so you dont come home exhausted.
I know this isnt a career advice forum but Im stumped at what to do, to be honest. Right now, Im taking my general education classes for an AS in RT but Im far away from that goal. Theres also other options outside the medical field I enjoy(IT and criminal justice) but the medical field is the hot zone and I work in a hospital right now so why not stay here...
My situation right now is foggy so whatever I decide, that will be that as far as schooling goes. Paramedic intrigues me due to the hands on aspect of the job. But the cons is definitely working so many hours to make a decent living(56 hour week, Ive heard..). Also, just getting a job in the field seems like a huge step, even at the basic level.
RT, as silly as this sounds, interest me because I have the chance to help people without (mostly) having direct contact with patients. Most of the RTs I have talked with at work say that they have fun at what they do, compared to RNs who are ballistic and running around all the time. Working 3 or 4 shifts per week is another pro and, as mentioned, the stress isnt high so you dont come home exhausted.
I know this isnt a career advice forum but Im stumped at what to do, to be honest. Right now, Im taking my general education classes for an AS in RT but Im far away from that goal. Theres also other options outside the medical field I enjoy(IT and criminal justice) but the medical field is the hot zone and I work in a hospital right now so why not stay here...