Recent content by Jim 2436

Very cool,I will be working on Medic Certification at 46 too.

I just joined a volunteer corp and need to find out what kind of education they will pay . They are only a BLS service , but say they want to add ALS to their Corp. I didn't want to get into it at my interview.

In my area most EMS workers are so overweight and out of shape, scares me. They can't even walk from their chair to Dunkin Donuts without being exhausted. I workout 5 days a week and am in better health then when I was in my 20s.

Good call Remi. A good Physical Therapist is key.

I'm on Long Island and looking to get into FDNY EMS

Yes Rob I agree I did say as long as the joint is stable. I'm glad your surgery was a success ,and happy to hear your on the mend. Keep the good work. Those ball and socket joints aren't made like the used to be. Ha.

I hope your not too old ,I'm 45 and am starting Medic school in the fall . If your old I'm dead.

I shredded my shoulder Bench Pressing. My training partner and I heard it tear. It was not good. Left the gym went straight home and iced it for as long as I could stand it. Went to the Ortho and he said it was a complete mess after an MRI to confirm. He said I needed surgery as soon as...

Prepping for Paramedic

I am currently an EMT in New York, I am planning on continuing my education direct to Medic. The cost is app. 7000. Does anyone have any information on student loans or grants to continue .

I think if your hair is neat and well kept, pull backed for duty, it should be ok. It wouldn't be the best idea to go for a job interview with blue hair . I have tattoos and they seem to be the norm in my area. As long as we wear our uniform and look professional . I honestly think someone that...