Ditto....having done a fair share of demos and other stuff like that (I'm not a big race/demo fan :::Yawn::: ), I agree with that. Safety is important. And it's not just the guys, I've seen a few chicks throw tantrums out in the arena too.
I'm 40, clean driving record, excellent work history, excellent references, and was top in my class, do ride alongs on a regular basis with good feedback, and have volunteered for 2 1/2 years........................... and I can't get a paid position as an EMT (after three years of submitting...
If you're the only EMT on scene and you are comfortable with your skills, it's your scene. Now....if you're a jerk about it, you won't make many friends. Just keep in mind, it's all about the patient, and do your best, be professional. You'll do fine.
I took EVOC last year, despite not actually being on an ambulance service. Excellent class. Also, my volunteer fire department participated in a driving course sponsered by our insurance under-writers and was attended by several mutual aid companies. By the time they were done with us....we...