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Anyone here work for or gone thru the process for Portsmouth, VA. EMS? I have an interview scheduled next week and wanted to know what to expect. Thanks in advance. Rob

Thanks for the replies. I was hoping some one the currently works there would also chime in. I wanted to get some idea of what the sim man test is like. I have never dealt with a sim man and am a little intimidated.

Does any one have any personal insight on Wake County EMS/ I was invited to take their Physical Agility in May and hopefully take the next step right after. Every thing that I have read sounds awesome. Protocols look very progressive. Thanks, rob

I requested an application but havent heard anything yet. How do you like it?

Chaz throw it out there, It doesnt hurt for me to check it out.

Vatrans, I'll check them out. I don't want to do transports forever but I'm not opposed to anything to get started.

Another question, my fiancé was offered a position today in Norfolk, Va. Can anyone recommend any EMS companies in the area that may be hiring? I have applied to most of the Fire/EMS Combo departments that have openings. I am willing to drive up to 2 hours for a job as long as they do long...

Thanks, my fiance has been looking at an ER position in Norfolk, so I have been trying to stay within a 1 - 2 hour drive depending on shift rotations. I don't mind driving 2 hours 1 way if Im doing a 24.

Does anyone have any info on Dare County NC EMS? I am a NREMT-P looking to move south. Thanks, Rob

Congrats!!!!! Welcome aboard. You asked for advice, best advice I can give is keep your eyes and ears open, and mouth shut!!! Don't be afraid to jump in and get your hands dirty. Don't be afraid to say you don't know something. We have all been the new guy/girl, and most of us remember what it's...

OK, anyone have any info on companies in the Greenville NC area, or somewhere within a reasonable distance? Thanks, Rob

Plymouth is a good place to work from the few people I know from the area. They are a busy company that has a wide range of services. As for interview help, just be yourself, explain your experiences in EMS, and experiences from previous jobs you've had. Also don't make-up EMS experiences you...

OK, well, in Pottstown there is Goodwill. They are a good place to start. If you have Berks. I did my Paramedic in Reading and worked with some very good providers there. There is also Boyertown. Going the other way, you have Trappe, Lafeyete(check spelling). Valley Forge. Down 100 south, you...

Where in Pa are you located? I have lots of contacts in Pa, let me know what part of the state, and what kind of experience you have. Rob

Persistance, Persistance, Persistance!!! Also be sure that you apply everywhere you can. If you don't apply to just 1 you could miss your big chance. Also don't be afraid to volunteer at your local volunteer EMS/Fire station. Its a great way to gain some experience and to network and get...

That schedule does sound great. Alexandria doesn't have any current listings for EMT-P's though.

Thanks canman. Im used to getting my *** kicked all shift and having low spirits. Plus lord knows aint none of us in this for the money!!! Is there an academy to go thru if hired?

BCMEDIC, what type of schedule do the Medics work? And what if any are the residency requirements? Thanks, Rob

Good Day all, I am a Paramedic in Northeast Pa and my girlfriend is an ER nurse. She is considering a move to Vanderbilt and I wanted to know what the paramedic possibilites are in the Nashville Area. I did a quick search on the forums here and havent found anything recent. Any info that...