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Thanks. I've applied with a few places, we'll see what happens now.

This is really what I was hoping for. How did you get that job? Where did you look?

Hi All, This came out a little long so I appreciate you taking the time to read and any advice you could spare! A little background about me: I'm a newly certified EMT-B in Texas (DFW area). I already have a full time career I'm not planing on changing that but I did my EMT course because I...

EMT-B Stopped at 70. Passed.

Almost all the metro cities run fire based EMS. All the units I've seen run double paramedic teams and a very large percentage of fireman in the big departments are also paramedics by training (dallas, Plano, frisco, etc.) As you move out to the fringes of the metro you'll find less strict...

The reason I'm asking is my classmate and I had an argument if should you check for pulse before you resume compressions (his opinion) or you resume compressions for 2 min (5 cycles) and then re-assess (my vote). other than the textbook answer I'm interested to find out what would you do in the...

you arrive at a scene of a "man down" Pt. is not responsive, apnic and you could find no pulse. You start compressions while your partner sets up the AED. you let the AED diagnose and it says "No shock advise" what's next? resume compressions? check pulse? how long?

A bloody mess?

Allow me to save one paramedic from future work related stress ;) http://www.amazon.com/Best-Jokes-2014-various-authors-ebook/dp/B00GXEXIDI/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1422141628&sr=1-1&keywords=Jokes+book

It's a good thing you chose EMS over comedy :p

@teedubbyaw I guess now would be a good time for you to tell that joke ;-)

I'm sorry to hear that Amelia. I hope he feels better soon.

Something you want to share and take the load off? People here are not judgmental and might have dome good advice or just share a similar experience. For now, have a |hug| :)

A kids lunch box will be good as well! It's small enough, hard plastic material and very cheap ($5/$6) They come in all kinds of sizes so if you need smaller/bigger it's available.

Just to remove any doubts I have no connection or interest in 5.11 business (I wish).

40% off Sale at 5.11 Tactical with coupon "511FAMILY" and free shipping. Thought some people here could get advantage of it.

Keep an eye on the Cabela's website. They often have hunting gear sales and the thermals they sell are as good as the big brand names.

Good BF deal at $15: http://www.modells.com/search.do?query=Reebok+Mens+Fleece+Jacket&os=LS&utm_source=linkshare&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=LinkShare&siteID=.7WaaTN6umc-UT7xnO.7W0MgtaYoeuZHEQ

I don't do EMS work yet but I am a competitive shooter and we shoot VERY early mornings and in the winter/rain as well. I always find the coats and jackets very restrictive so I prefer wearing something UNDER my shirt. A long sleeves thermal shirt under my T-Shirt or button down shirt woks...

Well, I guess it's the young age speaking but let me break it to you: there is NO entry level course that prepares you for the real world. In ANY profession! You thing that a medical school student knows what to do or has one tenth of the knowledge needed to work as a surgeon? That's why they...