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[Artst10]

And plan on waiting a while. I took the pre test end of March, had the face to face with HR towards the end of April, and had the physical/will have Orientation towards the end of May.

One thing you need to do is keep in contact with HR there. IF you don't hear from them after 2 weeks, call (repeatedly if necessary) until you happen to speak to Erica in HR. She is really nice and will help you out a bunch if she can, but she is crazy busy and can be a bit difficult to get a hold of. I would recommend calling later in the day (between 3 and 5), or really early(8-9ish).

Thank you that helps

 

[Artst10]

Cataldo Practical

I am going into cataldo's orientation next week. I'll pass along what I find out about schedule availability.(at least once I get my schedule squared away)

So I noticed the situation for CPR is different in the NREMT review manual than it is for the state practical situation I learned from. Which was Acute Coronary Syndrome. Which one are they looking for?

 

[nemedic]

So I noticed the situation for CPR is different in the NREMT review manual than it is for the state practical situation I learned from. Which was Acute Coronary Syndrome. Which one are they looking for?

For the Cataldo test, as well as any practical pre hire tests in MA, go by the MA Statewide Treatment Protocols. (though the advice would be the same for any state, just substitute for MA)

For CPR specifically, they like people to have a 2010 standards card, but if your card is off the 2005 standards, they won't penalize you for it(assuming the card is 'legit' and that it hasn't expired)

 

[nemedic]

On another note, got the job, working through my 3rd ride/FTO time now. For the sake of anonymity, I'll refrain from posting schedules and base(s) I may or may nit be working at.


Though, in light of recent occurrences, if the CLs would like to confirm I'm 'legit', then I will do so, but only via PM. While I believe the vast majority of people here want nothing other than to socialize and maybe learn a thing or two, only 10 or so here know my real name, and I have only met in real life maybe half of them. Not a fan of posting personal info on an essentially anonymous site.

 

[izibo]

For the Cataldo test, as well as any practical pre hire tests in MA, go by the MA Statewide Treatment Protocols. (though the advice would be the same for any state, just substitute for MA)

For CPR specifically, they like people to have a 2010 standards card, but if your card is off the 2005 standards, they won't penalize you for it(assuming the card is 'legit' and that it hasn't expired)

Considering they've only been running classes CPR with the 2010 curriculum for a few months, I doubt they will hold it against you that much!

 

[Artst10]

Considering they've only been running classes CPR with the 2010 curriculum for a few months, I doubt they will hold it against you that much!

I was starting to worry because my NREMT manual is a little different then the skills sheets from class last summer. Thanks!

 

[izibo]

I was starting to worry because my NREMT manual is a little different then the skills sheets from class last summer. Thanks!

Truthfully, if you just say something like: "Following current 2010 American Heart Association guidelines, I would perform blah blah blah" the proctor will know that you really know your stuff. Technically, my paramedic practical was supposed to be over 2005 guidelines until November, but I just stated what I was doing per the new 2010 guidelines. You'll probably impress the evaluator if you show you know what you're doing vs get dinged for it.

 

[Artst10]

Truthfully, if you just say something like: "Following current 2010 American Heart Association guidelines, I would perform blah blah blah" the proctor will know that you really know your stuff. Technically, my paramedic practical was supposed to be over 2005 guidelines until November, but I just stated what I was doing per the new 2010 guidelines. You'll probably impress the evaluator if you show you know what you're doing vs get dinged for it.

It would help I guess if I had a preview of what the practical for Cataldo was like.... thank you though... I know twisting myself into knots is not going to help.

 

[Artst10]

It doesn't look like anyone's started a thread for MA job-seekers yet. Maybe I'll do that.

I'm sure you're already aware of this, but passing Cataldo's exam, which wasn't terribly hard last year, isn't necessarily going to get you a job. I passed the exam and was told that there were no openings; taking it in June probably also works against you as you'll be competing with a lot of (other?) college students who suddenly have free time and need money.

Good luck with the exam, and as Anjel mentioned, apply broadly.

Well I know I ensured I wouldn't get a positive outcome with Cataldo... Of all the things to admit while there I missed a map question, pointed out that i missed the question saying I couldn't figure it out. She said it was from Revere to Boston in the tone that clearly said "An idiot could find a route." And I admitted to not being familiar with that area of Mass.

Anyway... back to applying

 

[nemedic]

Well I know I ensured I wouldn't get a positive outcome with Cataldo... Of all the things to admit while there I missed a map question, pointed out that i missed the question saying I couldn't figure it out. She said it was from Revere to Boston in the tone that clearly said "An idiot could find a route." And I admitted to not being familiar with that area of Mass.

Anyway... back to applying

Been overhearing people talking, saying that Cataldo might be losing the partners contract. If it's true, they'll almost certainly be tightening their hiring belt