Hi all,

I’m looking for the least competitive paramedic schools in SoCal that do not save 95% of their slots for fire sponsored people. I have no interest in going fire.

I have worked at an IFT company for around 1000 hours, I just got hired at a 911 company and plan to stay for 2-3 months (just to get some experience and knowledge on how to control a scene), but I don’t have interest in 911 after the paramedic externship. I just want to be an IFT medic for the IFT company I work for.

I have been studying cardiology and pharmacology for an idea of what to expect for paramedic school and what paramedics say are the most challenging and important parts to learn during it.

I have no issues with classroom or self learning. I am disciplined and know how to study.

I do not care if I go to a medic mill, I just want a class I can easily enroll in and get through. Even if it isn’t top quality. Price is not an object.

Thanks

Who’s located in the socal area in the IE?? Why Isn’t there many emt jobs in this area . I’ve been looking for the past day but nothing . A lot of hiring in the la area but that’s so far compare to here .

Hey, I just finished a 3 month course and graduated and now I take my nremt Monday. Iv been nailing my pocket prep and medictest app. Should I study other platforms or are those adequate for the info presented on the basic test? I want to throw up and Iv been studying til I have stress and hypertensive headache… im taking lions main and b12 sups just to be sure, any other advise/ am I on the right track with those apps to pass? Thanks all you heroes out there. You inspire me to be better.

I am almost done with paramedic school and i don’t know anyone that has taken the new style of national registry that they just came out with for paramedic.

If there is someone here that has taken the new style of national registry, can you tell me how it was?

hello r/newtoems looking for decent 911 EMS-only medic position that I can potentially get hired on within 3 months. Am in VA but willing to relocate anywhere on east coast. I am a new paramedic but have BLS IFT and 911 experience.

Thanks!!

I’m trying to get into EMT (for experience purposes) I’m currently just a sophomore in college but I my college offers EMT certification. My problem is I’m planning on moving to another city and I’m trying to already be working as EMT when I move. My question is what is the fastest way to get certified within 7 months? My college also offers EMT certification but it’s cut into 2 semesters, I need something that’s quicker while also taking classes and working part time.

Hey yall,

I’m new to EMS, on course to finish my basic course and take the NREMT next month. I’m looking for jobs but having a hard time finding anything worth while. I know I’m not likely to find anything that will have me setting the world on fire as a basic but I’m just looking for something that matches my current pay before going for my TCFP in the summer. Is there any job search resources available for EMTs besides sites like indeed and ziprecruiter? I’m from central Texas if that helps.

So I took my EMT-B course thru a local ambulance service in turn for a 2 year contract. Having a lengthy criminal background (nothing violent, vastly drugs and failure to appears, all 16+ years old and the only felony expunged, also graduated from college post trouble) I completed the course with a 96% never missing a single class. The state approved my fully disclosed background with a probation for one license cycle. Passed my NREMT exam first try as well as my state practicals. Am now a licensed EMT nationally. Said company just DENIED me a job based on their background check that did NOT include half of my record according to the copy sent to me! I’m mind blown 🤯!

Anyone have recommendations for EMT courses offered during the summer near San Jose Area. I've heard of BATA, but they are expensive. Do community colleges (Foothill, De Anza, Westvalley) offer these courses during the summer? Where can I sign up? Thanks!
Will it also be transferable to other states?

PS I live in arizona. Hey everybody I am so close to finishing my emt school I want to become a firemen soon. what is the process really like?i never get a direct answer some people say its super easy some say it takes years. I personally am considering shotgun method just apply to everywhere in the state and hope something sticks. What is the best way to go im a little stressed due to the fact my job ended and i dont exactly know where my next money is coming from just hoping I can move along the process fast and get in somewhere in a humbling aspect i may be ignorant and its alot harder to get interviews not to sure

Hey guys, I’m a freshly new EMT and I’m trying to find a job and it’s seeming to be really hard. I’m looking in the palm beach/ west palm area in Florida. Does anyone have any tips? Should I just go to a firehouse and ask if they’re hiring? I’m finding nothing on indeed and LinkedIn. Please help!!!

this is probably dumb and straightforward but when questioning the patient's A&O, do I have to ask anything for event?

I feel like I can already get that through C/C when I ask whats the reason for the call. I don't think asking events leading up to the injury would make sense since thats in SAMPLE, is there anything yall reccomend to ask for event or should I just use C/C for it. I appreciate yalls time and help :D

Please discuss, ask, and answer all things NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians)! As usual, test answers or cheating advice will not be tolerated (rule 5).

I’m active duty military(non-medical MOS) stationed overseas and not sure where to start on taking an EMT course. There are some pre approved courses the military will pay for but they’re all in the states and i’ll be in Europe for the next two years. If I were to take courses in Europe would I still be able to take the NREMT in the US? Or should I just wait for my contract to end? The only issue with this is there is a program that would let me start training for a new job in the last of my contract and by the time I get back to the states I will be in my last year if i don’t extend which i’m not too sure I want to do.

tomorrow, I start my FTO/FTR time and I’m super nervous. I’ve had my EMT for a few years now but little to no experience. They plan on letting me observe 1-2 calls and the rest sort of falls on me.. How do I get over the nerves of it all and better prepare myself? Is it normal to feel a little bit like it may be a mistake? (Not saying it is, but I think it’s the nerves). Any advice??

Anyone has any insight on how they work, are there are good managers, good benefits and pay, and if their CCT is a good program?

Has anyone purchased paramedic coach for EMT? If so was it worth it?

Okay so I get why oxygen is important, but the explanation says nitrogen is wrong....? The question says the patient has chest pain...so is nitrogen not valid? Sorry if I'm missing something here….

I recently passed my midterm and I'm super hyped to start my clinical next week or so. All my clinical and ridealongs are about 12 hours each. I have a constant fear that once I'm there I will be too nervous to do anything and was wondering if anyone has overcame that. What should I expect seeing out in the field.

So I live in CA and will be taking my EMT class there, but I want to work in Texas. Once I take my NREMT, can I just take my Texas Jurisprudence and apply for my Texas state license or will I need to get my OCEMS and then apply for reciprocity after?

I know there's so many questions on where to go and how the programs are but I haven't seen a lot for Weiss Hospital. Wondering if anyone could give me any insight? I've called but the lady seemed pretty overwhelmed so wasn't able to answer all my questions. What other certifications will I get with the class? What are the clinical hours like?

I’m a paramedic firefighter with 20 years experience in rural Colorado and in Las Vegas Nv. I’m moving to Palm Coast and wondering what’s my options for EMS. I’m looking for 12 hour shifts and not the typical fire 48/96 schedule ,

Thanks

3 year EMT and baby medic here - anyone have any experience dealing with pet care on the job? I was thinking about maybe a cat, but I live alone and wasn’t sure if it’d be kind to leave one alone for 24/48/72 hours, even with a food dispenser. Anyone have any input on this?

I have been in EMS for 7 years. I am pretty confident in my ability. I really want to work for this service. I always get hung up on the do you have any questions portion of the interview. I will take any and all advice thanks.

Congratulations and welcome to Triumphant Thursday!

This weekly thread is for letting the community know you passed your EMR/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic/whatever class. Show off those new certs!

I get it, we should read the book word for word, front to back. Review the chapters that I'm weak on.

I'm guilty of refusing to read the book! I'M SORRY (to myself for not setting myself up for success).

I'm using Anki, Pocketprep and Paramedic Coach for content review.

I graduate EMT school in December and plan to take the NREMT ASAP. So about 2.5 months left to prepare.

Emergency Care and Transport of the Sick and Injured 12th Edition... most crucial chapters to go over?

I'd greatly appreciate the help. I've been studying flashcards like a madman, I know I need to do more to understand the concepts.

I am fairly early on in my EMT Basic courses. However, I’m looking to utilize an app or two that will help me to prep for the NREMT. Most of them I’ve looked at require payment, which I’m willing to do as long as it’s worth it. What’re the best apps, or even websites, to use in addition to class to prep? Thanks!

I am currently taking an EMT certification course and we have our midterm on Tuesday. I’ve felt pretty confident so far with most of what we’ve covered in class. Today my instructor told me that he thinks I am behind in comparison to the rest of the class. This has made me incredibly stressed out and nervous for next week’s exam and I don’t even know where to begin studying. He didn’t elaborate why I seem to be behind, which is why I’m asking for any advice on how/ what to study or any tips and tricks I should know. Any and all advice is welcome and appreciated!

to preface: I JUST turned 18 and the ambulance company I’m riding along with only accepted people over 18 blah blah not that big of a deal. But I scheduled a ride along tomorrow without thinking “Halloween- weird shit is going to happen” I know you can’t really predict what will happen during a shift but does anyone have any experience working Halloween?? What kind of stuff usually happens? What do I need to mentally prepare myself for?? My ride along is in a college town with roughly 200k people. I’m really excited however I’ve not seen a lot of gorey goopy stuff and I’m nervous I’m going to freeze up or something lol