Hey everyone, new to the site and wanted to get some advice. I recently became an EMT-B in Los Angeles county and have completed all the requirements necessary to start looking for a job. I am a female, 5'3 and around 175 pounds. There's no doubt I'm considered obese on the BMI scale. I do light exercise daily and moderate-intense exercise a few days a week so my physical fitness level isn't too bad. What I mean is I don't get short of breath easily, my BP is normal and I can usually outwork most of my fit friends when working out together. I don't doubt I can perform the tasks necessary to be a successful EMT in the field but I'm worried about applying for jobs. I'm worried that potential employers will shrug me off because of my weight. I'm working on losing weight now, but it's a slow process and I'm ready to apply for jobs now. How much will my weight effect me when looking for work? Any advice would be greatly appreciated?