I feel like I am hitting a wall with every direction which I turn. I am a FL EMT (NREMT-B), but since FL does not recognize AEMT, my scope of practice is currently above that of a standard EMT-B - I am able to give IVs, check blood glucose, assist in certain medications, and put in King airway devices if needed. I fully attend all BLS calls while my Medic partner drives, and he takes all the ALS. From my understanding, the only thing that an AEMT can do that I cannot, is administer medication directly via IV or SQ/IM. I've been working alongside a medic in a busy County 911 ALS service (Escambia) for the last 2 yrs (each truck runs 8-12 calls per shift) and am used to running hard and fast. I see that in most areas of California, 911 ALS services are usually FD, and those that are private (such as AMR) are difficult to get into as an EMT-B. I do have my FFI and my Wildland Fire certifications, but those won't transfer and I'm not sure I want to go through Academy at my age (39y).
Questions:
Can I get into a 911 ALS service based on my experience? Or will I be stuck doing BLS Interfacility Transfers for years on end?
What about going straight into Medic school out there? Do I need my AEMT, or can I challenge with a didactic and skills test and go in with just my EMT-B?
Are there any county 911 ALS services that do not require dual certs (fire/EMS) in Contra Costa, Placerville, or Sonoma County?
I swear I have looked, and looked, and cannot seem to find a definitive answer to these questions, so I appreciate any help that I can get.
Thank you in advance.
Questions:
Can I get into a 911 ALS service based on my experience? Or will I be stuck doing BLS Interfacility Transfers for years on end?
What about going straight into Medic school out there? Do I need my AEMT, or can I challenge with a didactic and skills test and go in with just my EMT-B?
Are there any county 911 ALS services that do not require dual certs (fire/EMS) in Contra Costa, Placerville, or Sonoma County?
I swear I have looked, and looked, and cannot seem to find a definitive answer to these questions, so I appreciate any help that I can get.
Thank you in advance.