As I see it, if you earn your money primarily through Ambulance/EMS (employment agency notwithstanding) you are a career person, If you do Ambulance/EMS with absolutely no expectation of pay, you're a volunteer.
However, if you earn your money primarily through EMS, but get paid a very low scale of payment, you must be my partner! (LOL)
Richard, I have some general questions but since you're located in Belle Harbor and I live in Rockaway Beach maybe you can chime in. I've been having a growing curiosity about taking on a career as an EMT. I've gotten a chance to read about the stories about stress, adrenaline, even the health risks involved by reading various posts but I haven't read much, if anything, about the job market. More specifically, How's the job market in our area, queens, and the rest of New York City? Does experience as a volunteer help? Where should I go to sign up for volunteer service? Do you know a reputable EMT-B training provider in our area?
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Richard, I have some general questions but since you're located in Belle Harbor and I live in Rockaway Beach maybe you can chime in. I've been having a growing curiosity about taking on a career as an EMT. I've gotten a chance to read about the stories about stress, adrenaline, even the health risks involved by reading various posts but I haven't read much, if anything, about the job market. More specifically, How's the job market in our area, queens, and the rest of New York City? Does experience as a volunteer help? Where should I go to sign up for volunteer service? Do you know a reputable EMT-B training provider in our area?