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I have an interview on Thursday for another EMT-B position with a private ambulance company (different one this time). I have a written exam that I have to take as well as a practical skills assessment and then the interview is conducted. Can anyone give me some insight as to what to study...

I'm looking to talk to anyone who is within the El Paso, TX area and affiliated with the several ambulance services there to try to secure an EMT-B slot. I was with an ambulance company for a bit but they have yet to put me on their schedule and give me hours. If anyone knows of any info...

I've been an EMT as this ambulance company since July 18th, and since that time I've been on only three shifts. The way they handle new people is put them on "Third Rider" status. Basically it's an orientation period where you ride along with a two-man crew and learn the ropes. Your third shift...

I currently hold NREMT EMT-B as well as TX EMT-B certifications. I am curious as to what the exact requirements are to pursue EMT-B certification in New Mexico. I have already spoken to the EMS Bureau and emailed a couple people so far. I know that NM does not honor NREMT certification and that...

I know of ONE EMT at my job who has an EMT badge and wears it on his belt. I'm not saying there's anything wrong with that, but what are there SOPs in TX regarding wearing a badge like that? Of course, if you're an EMT, but all means you should be able to wear the badge to identify yourself but...

I'm using a Blackhawk STOMP II Aid Bag right now. It is a great aid bag with plenty of space and has two separate small bags to put inside it or strap on the sides (one with a blue handle and one with a red handle). I don't know if any medics on here have the same setup as me, but if you do what...

I had several calls where I needed to get the blood pressure of a patient using the BP cuff and a stethescope. However, on the majority of my patients (90% Geriatric) I just couldn't get a good reading. I attribute this somewhat to the noisy environment in the back of a moving ambulance but...

There's a series called 'Trauma' about some EMTs with the San Fransisco Fire Department. It only lasted one season but from what I've seen it's pretty realistic and definitely a good show. Anybody else watch it? You can find it on Hulu or Netflix.

Any advise as to what to look out for when starting to work as an EMT-B? Is there any advise anyone can give me on what to do, what not to do? Thanks

Hey there, this thread is somewhat of an introductory thread from me but I also wanted to get some advise about the world of EMS. I am currently a combat medic with the Texas Army National Guard and have an NREMT EMT-B certification as well as a state EMT-B certification through TXDSHS. On my...