networking in Oregon

[Camtheman]

Hello, I don't mean to:deadhorse: , but I will be in Portland for a week and a half looking for places to work as a paramedic.

I'm in the process of contacting AMR but is there anywhere else I can go to in person with my resume and certs? I would love to show my interest by being there in person and I don't want to miss any opportunities!

Thanks!

 

[fast65]

The only other place I would suggest is MetroWest in Hillsboro, they cover all of Washington county, and handle all of the Kaiser transfers. Those are the two primary 911 agencies in the Portland area, however, I'm sure there's probably some smaller IFT companies up there if you're into that sort of thing.

 

[Camtheman]

Thanks! I'm really interested in 911, fire and hospital. That being said though I will take what I can get

Thanks again!

 

[fast65]

No problem, I don't know if MW is hiring, but it's another place to look.

Just keep in mind that if you're set on working in Oregon, it may also be a good idea to expand your search outside of the Portland area if you can. Some rural areas are probably hiring, and if you're REALLY lucky, you might find an FD somewhere, as much of Oregon is fire-based.

 

[Camtheman]

I am absolutely willing to look/work outside of portland but it would have to be a reasonable commute from portland.

What outlying areas do you suggest?

 

[fast65]

Having to commute from Portland makes things a little more difficult, as a lot of private companies around here (at least to the best of my knowledge), have a residency requirement. That being said, there are a companies on the northern coast, such as Astoria or Tillamook county, that may be worth a shot. I don't have much experience with anything in the eastern part of the state.