The Official EMTLIFE Introduction Thread

EMS/LEO505 said:
My overall goal is to become a federal LEO, most likely ICE or Secret Service.
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Same here brother! I think I'd rather stay local instead of federal though. Only two federal agencies I would apply for federally is the FBI Police Department and Secret Service.
 
I have a degree in Criminal Justice I was hoping to put towards a federal job. The only thing that changed my mind was when I realized how often I could be required to move. I want to have a family some day, and I'd hate to put them through that.
 
Hello all thought I would stop lurking and tell you a little about me. My name is Marc I am a Paramedic and have been for just over 10 yrs. now and I love my job. I can't see my doing anything else and being happy. I also volunteer as firefighter. Work full time hospital based service and part time for privite service. Alabama and Mississippi cards due to working both and tring to keep my protocols separate.
 
Hey Everyone. My name is Matt. I am 23 years old. I am a Paramedic in Southern California. I've been a Paramedic for 4 years and I've been involved in EMS in one way or another for 8 years. I work full time for a 911 company in a VERY rural area. I am also a Paramedic for an event safety company in San Bernardino, CA and Paramedic Coordinator for a private transport company in Hollywood, CA. Nice to meet you all!
 
TacoMEDIC said:
Hey Everyone. My name is Matt. I am 23 years old. I am a Paramedic in Southern California. I've been a Paramedic for 4 years and I've been involved in EMS in one way or another for 8 years. I work full time for a 911 company in a VERY rural area. I am also a Paramedic for an event safety company in San Bernardino, CA and Paramedic Coordinator for a private transport company in Hollywood, CA. Nice to meet you all!
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Welcome to whackerville. Enjoy your stay.
 
Hey! I'm Sue, 36, and I joined my local volunteer ambulance corps six months ago. We serve a small town, but mostly rural. Started as "just a driver" (what I call a "chauffeur and go-for"), but now going through the EMT-B class. Seen a small share of emergent and non medical calls, a couple of frequent fliers (and yes, I've already started to groan at the mere mention of a particular address), some MVAs, most with RMAs, and my first fatal a couple weeks ago. (Don't text and drive, people!!! :wacko: )

I also do wilderness search and rescue, both as a ground pounder and K-9 handler. I've got Weimaraners, one who is about to retire due to medical issues, and an 11 month old just starting "official" training.

I was also just diagnosed with early Rheumatoid Arthritis. I'm not ignoring it, and I'm listening to my body, working with my doc. But I'm really determined to not let it stop me from living my life. Between my fairly infrequent pity parties, I usually tell people, "Yeah, I have RA... that stands for 'Really Awesome'!" Ok, it's dorky :blush: :rolleyes: ... but it helps to maintain that positive attitude.

I spent a couple hours last night reading through some of your stories. Some funny, whacky stuff out there! I look forward to reading more, and being a part of this community!

Thanks,
Sue
 
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ok now this is in the right place

To start off i must say that when i found this site i was impressed, Its very easy to use and everyone seems to get along. So about me. I am Currently Certified as an emergency medical responder in the state of Connecticut. I currently belong to my hometowns local volunteer/paid service and plan on getting my EMT soon. I have always had an interest in ems, Basically since i can remember. I grew up around the fire dept. my dad was an active member for 25 years. So i have been to a number of different calls. luckily i live in area where we are busy daily. Approximately 2000 calls a year and growing split between our two rigs. We always manage to keep busy with 7 assisted living/senior housing complexes, and two highways. Well i guess ill go check out the rest of the site. Thanks for reading.

--- Nolan.
 
Hi guys

WEMT-B/MPIC (by training, not profession) in Seattle area. Studying to upgrade professional licensure (PM? RN? prereqs are the same, so I havent had to commit yet). Volunteer in hospital ED (hands off position). Looking for opportunities to participate in patient care part time, since I have an unrelated "day job".

cheers!
 
Hi! I've been lurking here for a few days and it's time to make my first post. :) I've learned a lot just reading through the topics on here and I hope to learn and contribute a lot more.

My name is Nicole and I'm 29 years old. I will be starting my EMT-B class in January. Until then, I'm doing ride alongs with a local private ambulance company. My plan is to work up to EMT-P.
 
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I'm Brittany...I currently work as an EMT-Basic with a Paramedic service, our service runs 24/7.

I am in school for EMT-Intermediate (finishing up in December).
---then beginning Paramedic in February
I am a certified Nursing Assistant
I am a certified Technical Rescuer

I volunteer with a local rescue squad as well as work the paid division for the EMS side. I love my job and wouldn't trade it for anything.
 
Hey guys, I'm Jay and I'm 23 in sunny SoCal. I'll be starting an EMT-B course at the beginning of next year and plan on getting to Paramedic. Nice to to meet all of y'all and hope to learn some things from the old timers. N I gotta say the humor section is freaking hilarious lol.
 
What interventions does an EMT-B provide that a First responder does not? Or what is the diffrence? How many more hours are involved
 
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Hey guys, I'm Jay and I'm 23 in sunny SoCal. I'll be starting an EMT-B course at the beginning of next year and plan on getting to Paramedic. Nice to to meet all of y'all and hope to learn some things from the old timers. N I gotta say the humor section is freaking hilarious lol.
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Good luck. Hope you can find some of this information on here useful :)
 
Greetings

Hey everyone,
Currently a newbie Paramedic in an Australian metro service. Looking to go overseas soon(ish) and get some international experience...and I've signed up here to hear what you guys have to say about different services!
Staying anonymous at this time just in case any employer has their peak around these corners of the globe....just in case :-)
 
Hey everybody,
I'm Chris. I've been checking out the forums for the past couple days and decided I may as well join. I currently have no training and am not in an EMT-B course but hopefully will be come January! I'm currently finishing up my pharmacy tech class to be a licensed pharmacy for IN which is one of the things that got me interested in EMS (odd, I know lol). Other than that I loved hiking.
 
Swash said:
Hey everybody,
I'm Chris. I've been checking out the forums for the past couple days and decided I may as well join. I currently have no training and am not in an EMT-B course but hopefully will be come January! I'm currently finishing up my pharmacy tech class to be a licensed pharmacy for IN which is one of the things that got me interested in EMS (odd, I know lol). Other than that I loved hiking.
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Welcome to EMTLIFE
 
Hi, I'm Jess!!

Half way done with my EMT training for basic. Moving on to paramedic and fire once I'm done! :)

Looking forward to getting to chat with you all!!
 
Hey All!

Hello,

Level of EMS? EMT-B since 2006, preparing for NREMT-P. Getting into forums for study & hands-on tips & tricks, & hopefully I'll be sticking around long after to help out!

Age you were when you first started EMS - 18

How long in EMS - 4 years I suppose!

What type of service - Started at a BLS fire dept originally. Now doing my internship with another couple ALS fire depts.

Future education plans - After getting hired&settled as a ft firemedic, definitely might like to get into the Chaplain side of things as well.

Glad to be here! :)
 
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