FDNY EMS - Basic to Medic and More...

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Hey all,

Just had some questions regarding FDNY EMS. I'm currently looking to make a change in careers and am considering joining FDNY EMS. I have no intentions of becoming a fireman like most others, I would like to be a paramedic though. I am deciding whether to do 6 months of volunteer work after I get my EMT-B, and they apply to medic school, or perhaps apply directly to the FDNY as an EMT, and then apply to go for medic training once I'm in.

If there's anyone in FDNY EMS that is active or retired that could help, it would be greatly appreciated.
 
Welcome to EMTLife!
Congrats on your career aspiration. I hope you dont aspirate when you read my news.

As of last week, FDNY announced their intent to make "Major Cuts". See the articicle below for more info:
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - The last time the City Council held a contentious hearing on Fire Department cuts, the budget was already approved and it was too late to stop the overnight closing of four companies, including Engine Co. 161 in South Beach.

With the stakes even higher this time - 12 more companies and dozens of ambulance shifts are now at stake - the Council held a hearing yesterday on the latest spending plan a full three months before they are set to vote on it.
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http://www.emsresponder.com/article/article.jsp?siteSection=1&id=9198
I dont know NYC well, but other members here can make suggestions about other opportunities in the area.

Good Luck!
 
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call FDNY EMS up. Get your name on the list. The process takes several months so even if you don't go into FDNY you should get on the list. Just get on the list.
 
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