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    Need 911 Employment Advise for NYC

    Thank You! I will take all of this into consideration.
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    Paramedic Salary Question

    I understand what you mean and those points you listed i will take in consideration. My original question was narrowed to Salary compared to cost of living for those cities. Thank you though for broadening the perspective i should consider when seeking employment when i decide to relocate.
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    Need 911 Employment Advise for NYC

    I am a new EMT in NYC, 3 months in. I just got hired to a Transport Company in Brooklyn and i volunteer frequently to continue getting 911 experience. I know they say everyone has to work at least 6 months Transport before one can apply for 911. My question is, what can i do now until the time...
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    Paramedic Salary Question

    Thank you all for your input. I appreciate any and all information and advise. My concern is also comparing Salary with the avergae median living cost in those regions and trying to get the most out of my Salary.
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    Paramedic Salary Question

    I am looking to relocate from NY once I finish Medic school. Two cities seemed appealing to me but i have trouble finding the averaging starting salary for Medics in either Houston or Sacramento. Anyone familiar with the pay scale for Paramedics in those states?
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    Advanced certifications??

    I am just in my last week of EMT School and i was actually considering going ahead and getting ACLS, AMLS, PHTLS, PALS, ect ect... in order to not only to attain more knowledge but also to make my resume more attractive as a new EMT. What is your take or advise on this approach im considering?
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    Starting EMT training

    I just finished my EMT course. The biggest advise i can give you to succeed is treat your textbook as if its your Bible. Read Read Read and Read it. Study groups are very beneficial in your learning in comparing and contrasting answers and ideas. Stay focused and read that textbook! Also try and...
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    First Clinical Rotation Advice Needed

    Hi i am scheduled to have my first EMT 12hr shift Clinical Rotation on an Ambulance in a few week. Is there any advice anyone can share such as things to take in consideration or focus on while on my ride-along. I honestly don't know what to expect. This will take place in Queens, NY.
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    As was told that most all New EMT's usually have to start off at a Transport company to get experiance before any 911 EMS will hire you. Transcare and Seniorcare are always hiring from what im told.
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    Also your going to want to start studying on Anatomy and Physiology for Emergency care NOW! As iv been advised by many in the field. The recommended textbook is "Anatomy and Physiology for Emergency Care by Bledsoe & Martini". You can purchase it for cheap on Half.com. Amazon was selling it for...
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    Funny you mentioned that because yeah they do require you to get a particular CPR Cert in order to enroll but but it has to be CPR for Professional Rescuers which i have been having trouble getting outside the school because supposedly you need certain credentials to get that. So i'm just going...
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    I heard St Johns offers one of or thee best EMT-B Programs in the city. Goodluck! Did you just recently enrolled or were you on a waiting list? Because i heard they're just now opening up there Spring Semester for enrollment this month?
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    4 months or 220hrs with two 12hr shift ride alongs.
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    FDNY EMS Employment?

    I'm starting EMT-B Course in January at Queensborough Community College. What school will you be attending?
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    Anyone From Houston?

    I'm about to enter EMT-B School in NYC and i would like to move to Houston and work part time as an EMT and go to Paramedic School at the same time there. My question is, Is it it difficult for a EMT newbie to get a part time weekend EMT job who got there licence from another state?(NYC in my case)
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    Study Recommendations for EMT Students

    Can you recommend a Specific EMS Abbreviations Book?
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    Physical Exercise Recommendations

    My Opinion, Focus on Strengthening Your legs and Back. Basically, Strengthening your overall Core. That's great your implementing Yoga as well in your routine which will help keep your body in Balance and will help with Mental Stress.
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    Study Recommendations for EMT Students

    I dont have my course textbook yet but i want to know if studying other books besides the course textbook are good to study from before i start the course.
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    Study Recommendations for EMT Students

    I am 3 months away from beginning EMT-B Course. What would be the best Subjects, Topics, Books or Textbooks to begin to start studying on prior to entering the program to really get a head start for EMT-B Course. Any and all feedback back would be greatly appreciated.
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