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Anyone know much about this? I’ve seen it posted on AMRs site for quite some time for a CCT Paramedic in San Leandro CA. It states full time can make 94,000-116,000. Anyone have experience with this or know what it entails?

hey all, looking to relocate to Eureka CA in a year or so, curious about companies up there and opinions on them. I will be a new Paramedic. I’m aware of city ambulance but curious about other 911s in the area or even IFT, does falck or bigger companies have a presence in the area? Looking for...

I noticed AMR hiring for a CCT Paramedic in the Bay Area (CA). What is this role? Primarily IFT? Here is the note: Candidate must be currently certified (or be able to become certified by start date) as a Critical Care Paramedic by the Board for Critical Care Transport Paramedic Certification...

hi everyone, Was reaching out to see if travel assignment company’s existed (like RNs) for paramedics?

Hey everyone. Question for you. I am located in the Bay Area, and am finishing up my paramedic program. I am end goal looking to get into flight medicine. The companies I am farmiliar with is reach, and calstar. I realize most companies want a few years as an experienced paramedic in a busy...

i noticed UCSF mission bay has their own ambulance, is this in partnership with AMR? It is a PICU/NICU rig? I am interested in how employment works on it, and how they staff it. Thanks

Hi, I just got into a paramedic program and a uniform requirement is a stethoscope. Should I just get a basic one, or is it wise to invest in a certain one? I have only ever used off brand cheap ones through my IFT company. thanks

Hi All, I am looking for some assistance on a topic I am writing a paper on for class. "Not too long ago, nearly all EMS patients received supplemental oxygen if they were in respiratory distress, or complained of shortness of breath. This practice has changed to providing oxygen to patients...

Has anyone done this, or know of anyone who has? I am curious how it translate since it seems you just need to pay the fee's, complete an internship, and take the NREMT. (http://www.emsa.ca.gov/paramedic-licensure-and-testing-faqs#Initial%2014 (under #14) Would this effect getting hired...

does anyone have any recommendations on podcasts or video series etc for a student planning on entering paramedic in a few months? Thank you

hi everyone, is there somewhere to look up individual school pass rates (first and other times) in CA? The school websites I check seem to either cherry pick with what I assume is their best year, or simply not list updated years for 2-3 years Thanks

wondering if anyone knows about the operations for IFT throughout the Bay Area. Is this mostly a entry level position, and transfer out to AMR 911? Or is there any structure to make a career out of the IFT division (by career I mean continue on as a CCT paramedic, or supervisor, etc.) I am...

hey everyone, Any career ER techs? I'm curious about the possible advancements, or if it's pretty dead end? What about scope, if you get your paramedic are you aloud to do more or must follow EMT-B? Thanks

Hello everyone, dumb question but looking for clarification. I have recently done some ALS level ride alongs, when learning to set up the IV for the paramedic, we had the bag of fluid, a 10 or 60 drop tubing set, and a 'lock' or extension set? Can someone clarify the lock or extension set? Is...

Hello, I tried searching but cannot find a direct answer. Perhaps I don't understand nursing reqs, But is there a paramedic bridge to RN (ADN or BSN) in CA? If so, do you need to have a degree already? Also how much of an advantage will it give you ? I've heard you can skip one semester

what is everyone's latest opinion on NCTI (Livermore in particular)? I am hoping to enroll at Santa Rosa Junior College next year, but know it can be impacted easily and wanted a back up plan. Seems the search function showed mixed and dated reviews on NCTI Cost is not a problem for me, however...

hello, are there any Kaiser ER techs here? I am looking to apply for a position in N California and heard from a friend it's mostly an triage/admin position? Thank you

hello everyone, I am going to be starting paramedic school hopefully next year. Currently I work as a EMT doing IFT. I have the option of continuing as an EMT during school, or becoming a telemetry tech (possibly become an ER tech from there) What is everyone's thoughts ?

does anyone have information on how to apply for this? Is it a non sworn position? Or do you need to be an officer first? Thanks

hi, looking to relocate. Coming from SF bay, looking at SD or OC. Any recommendations on companies in the areas?