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Hi all, Looking for some BC PCPs to help me out. I'm a PCP in Alberta, but I'm going to be moving to BC in the next couple months and am starting to work on transferring my license. I'm aware that BC is going to place some restrictions on my license due to differences in scope of practice, and...

I recently acquired a hoodie with only a star of life on it. I use it quite often during EMS activities, but a couple times I've thrown it on just to go to the grocery store or a movie with friends without thinking much of it. (Its comfy!) Someone I know made a comment that it looked tacky -...

How about a forum where users can post threads specifically reviewing and discussing experiences at certain schools or programs. It would require a little moderation to ensure that there is only one thread per school, but would come in handy considering I've seen similar threads in about 5-6...

This is a pretty region specific question, but I thought I would give it a shot anyway. Does anyone know if the Collective Bargaining agreement AHS has with HSAA applies to employees of AHS contractors as well? (ie: Associated Ambulance, etc.) If not, do these organizations have their own...

Given the significant number of posts on EMTLife outlining pay concerns, it got me thinking: what is a fair wage for an EMS provider? I know it's a bit subjective, and dependant on a lot of factors (region, training, etc.), but if you try to control those, what do you think is a fair annual...

What do you use to protect your (expensive!) phone while at work? I picked up a Lifeproof today, with the 2" belt clip for duty belts. Really like it except that it cuts the speaker volume (music, alerts) by about 1/2. Frustrating since I play music through it on nearly a daily basis. There's...

This might have been suggested before, but a quick search yielded nothing. If so, accept my apologies, and if not, I'm a genius. What about splitting the International EMS forum up into 4-5 sub forums? It would help avoid those region-specific threads from popping up all over the place. Since...

I came across an article in my regulatory body's regular newsletter outlining how a Paramedic recently took on a role as a unit clerk in a major hospital. (Page 10 at http://www.collegeofparamedics.org/media/106334/emd_fallwinter_2012.pdf. Be warned: The rest of the stuff in there is pretty...

I'm going to be starting my EMT-A program in January, and all signs are pointing to me being accepted at BOTH schools I applied to: Alberta Health and Safety Training Institute, as well as Professional Medical Associates. If that's correct and I do get into both programs, I'm not 100% sure which...

Facebook scares me. http://www.cdispatch.com/news/article.asp?aid=18704#ixzz25cUQX0GW

Through my studies, I've seen some references to race when discussing PCRs. Some forms outright ask it (http://www.ok.gov/health/documents/ALLOKEMSIS.pdf), and I have a textbook that mentions that it should be recorded along with other patient information. I'm a bit curious as to the reason it...

What's your personal record for number of patients being transported on the same rig, at the same time? Not that it's a contest of course, but who knows? Someone might have an interesting story. :P So? Are you sitting at "One is the Loneliest Number", or have you officially moved up to "Clown...

For non-emergency transports, how long (on average) do you have to wait at the hospital before you can transfer care and mark as available again? Can you basically drop them in triage and jet? Do you have to wait for what feels like half your shift?

I just recently learned about the FP-C certification that BCCTPC offers. That said, a quick perusal of the website makes it seem very USA oriented - despite hearing that it was an international certification. Can anyone provide info on the cert's usefulness in Canada? Is this what...

What do you think? Union run amuck, or valid concern? http://mobile.cleveland.com/advcleve/pm_105126/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=gden85yg

Just curious how many people here donate blood on a regular basis? I've done it once before, and I'm thinking I should start making it a habit. My initial complaint is that finding the time is hard, but then I admit to myself it is only one hour every 57 days. :P Anyone else? Does being a in a...

Test your Knowledge Quizes Came across these this evening, thought I would pass them along. These are quizzes published by Canadian Paramedicine Magazine that present a certain scenario, and then ask a number of interesting questions. Nice way to test your skills...

I read a lot of posts about going from medic to RN, or medic to PA, but is it common for medics to go actual medical school for their MD's? It's a long way out, but I've always thought of that as an option once I've completed medic school and grown comfortable in that role. Not to mention...

The Cop Drops article got me thinking about EMS interactions with Police. I know for the most part they are a huge resource and asset, especially with those, "interesting" situations where you need a safe scene before entering. That said, have any of you ever had any negative interactions with...

Is there any way that the mods could add a gender field to the 'About Me' section of a user page? Not everyone on the forum has usernames that lend themselves to either M or F, and it might come in handy if you're writing a post and want to use a he/she or him/her.