Where is the best EMS system?

TransportJockey said:
I kinda wanna go there. Lol I bet I could deal with the snow and cold for that.

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WestMetroMedic said:
Medical Protocols exist, but our medical directors firmly believe that if you can reasonably justify what you did, they will support you.
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I like that idea. Medical oversight instead of medical control

I am leaving at the end of this month to pursue an opportunity in the Community Paramedic world, but I am very sad to be leaving. I am very proud to have worn brown for the past nine years.
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The community paramedic aspect of my job is probably one of the more satisfying things I do. You won't regret it.
 
The community paramedic aspect of my job is probably one of the more satisfying things I do. You won't regret it.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, I've been a community paramedic for 4 years now and love it. I actually had the opportunity to drive the pilot program here and also got some really cool projects started including basing in a homeless shelter to cut down 911 use and enhance primary care access. It's been an amazing time.


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WestMetroMedic said:
It's full system status management style deployment. All posts are physical locations you can go into. Cable, recliners, microwave, and usually an actual garage at most. Most are at fire or police stations.

Central reporting point at the hospital downtown.
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So it isn't full system status management style deployment, it's more like system status management station deployment. I don't mind being "posted" as long as we are posted in an actual building with proper amenities, and I understand that move ups will need to happen to ensure proper coverage.

Posting in a street corner, that's a different topic, especially in extreme heat or cold.
 
DrParasite said:
So it isn't full system status management style deployment, it's more like system status management station deployment. I don't mind being "posted" as long as we are posted in an actual building with proper amenities, and I understand that move ups will need to happen to ensure proper coverage.

Posting in a street corner, that's a different topic, especially in extreme heat or cold.
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sure *shrug*. SSM and its variations are a lot like Arby's sandwiches. Pretty much the same thing, just a different bun.
 
@WestMetroMedic Do you have 4x4 ambulances? Or do you find that snow tires and chains are sufficient?
 
TransportJockey said:
That looks evil... How is MN reciprocity? Lol

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Easy Cheesy. our EMSRB allows full national reciprocity, no charge for your credential. occasionally Lauren takes a couple days to get back to you, but otherwise it is easy.

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No 4x4 or chains. We do just fine. He have grain transfer shovel and a coffee can full of salt and sand. Winter is a pain in the rear, but it isnt bad.
 
@WestMetroMedic I know you've touched on the pay scale in an earlier post, but is it DOE negotiable?

What's turn around like with HCEMS? Thanks.
 
What's the pathway to become a community paramedic? Tuition reimbursement?

I just submitted an application.
 
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I have a basic friend asking how much basic pay is.

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TransportJockey said:
I have a basic friend asking how much basic pay is.

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We run dual paramedic units as mandated by Hennepin county ordinance. We employ basics in our communication center and also we use them to staff special events at US Bank Stadium. we don't do and interfacility work, so no BLS units


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DEmedic said:
What's the pathway to become a community paramedic? Tuition reimbursement?

I just submitted an application.
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In Minnesota, Community Paramedic is a recognized and required certification level. There are two programs in Minnesota.

Tuition reimbursement is$3500/year.


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Does Hennepin have any special teams? Just curious :) I'm rtempted
 
Im biased but Boston EMS is one of the best in the country, and great pay....starting EMT-Bs at $26/hr from what I've heard. But they are very competitive and hard to get into
 
MassEMT2012 said:
Im biased but Boston EMS is one of the best in the country, and great pay....starting EMT-Bs at $26/hr from what I've heard. But they are very competitive and hard to get into
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I'm interested to hear what it is about Boston that you like so much, If you don't mind.
 
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