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Even if it is set to private, I would still be extremely cautious about posting anything that you would not want a prospective employer to see. That includes pictures AND posts. Nothing that's on the internet is guaranteed to be private and it would be awful to lose a potential job because you posted "I drank so much Jack and Coke last night that I barfed on my shoes!" Not saying you would post that - I'm just saying.

As for the bad credit thing - I hear you. I HATE it that bad credit could keep someone from getting a job when the reality is, people are out of work for months, even years, now - and without an income, of course your credit will be bad!

I am relatively careful, but I have an... odd sense of humor, so that's really the reason it's set to private. Some people don't appreciate it Besides, most photos you'll find with me tagged in them are actually ones I took, I never was much for hte partying aspect at all

First, what do we have available? But if I see him fall out, let him down to the floor, check pulse.

RIP to her, and thoughts go out to her family and coworkers

Hey Ruff, from someone else trying to find work, thanks for explaining about the credit thing. I've got pretty bad credit right now due to being out of work. I can't pay bills if I don't have money coming in Makes me feel a little better. And it's why my FB is set as friend only (you can only see my picture and name if you're not a friend).

Sometimes it can take up to a week to get a drug test back. Just give it a little more time

I hope this doesn't come to pass. I'd hate to see the UK EMS system dumbed down and become like the US EMS system is.

Just thought of something. If you're a member of NAEMT, you can apply for a scholarship through them...

That's a hell of a long float for you

Check Sunstar too. I've heard decent things about them. Don't despair too much. Yea, it sucks that FL is mostly fire based, but there are some decent county services

With your age and no experience (especially living in NYC if I saw your other post correctly) vollie is just about your only option. You could try to get on with a hospital as a tech (not just ER, but look at floor techs as well), but they usually also want experience. Sorry man, hope you get something. But the market for EMT-Bs is just oversaturated.

I've never seen Narcan used like that, but if you can give it IN, I don't see why neb wouldn't work. I'm curious about this now. Anyone use neb Narcan?

No problem. Most companies make similar ones. Just look for 'ankle boots' or '6" boots'

I know In EMS you need some kind of footwear that protects your feet, but is there anything type of special shoe or boot that isn't "boots" if that makes sense. I'm not really the kinda guy who would be wearing boots... or even really want to.. (unless I need to).. So I'm just wondering if there is maybe like low cut boots you could wear or like an ankle type boot... something not so big.

Something like these?

http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Home/Fire-EMS/Boots/6-Boots/D/30000/P/1:100:20000:20500:20504

No offense to the FF's on this board, but I'm glad Private EMS is around. Lets me do what I love to do without having to become a Firefighter, which is something I have exactly zero interest in doing.

I have a suggestion....Get a LITTMANN stethoscope because of the high quality parts they are built with.

Medical Uniform Stores have them as well as http://allheart.com

If you decide to work as an EMT, some depts require the Cardiology 3 or the Master Cardiology.

Not to start an argument, but I have to call BS on that last part. Please show me one dept or agency that requires their staff to have a scope like that. I have been applying all over the US lately and not seen a thing like that at all.

You thought of the move up here? What kept you, the October to April rain season?

Sorry, meant CO My cert doesn't transfer well to the PNW

JT and Richard,

Thanks for the info. The voulenteer FD in town is 'hiring' in the winter, and has my app. You're right, unpaid but getting my name out (while doing nice things for the community) is the plan.

It's funny that you bring up CO, I have a pal out there, and I'm looking into getting CO reciprocity.

Thanks! Keep the good ideas coming!

As a medic you'll have an easier time than I've had looking for work up there Good luck either way man!

When I was living in Denver we had a couple medics move to CO cause they couldn't find work as medics anywhere in the state. Hope you have better luck than them

Although if you do wind up with a pair of boots with no zipper, they do make one that will lace into the front. They work ok

ABQ, NM medics tend to use it a lot. Seizes is still primarily Valium, but for sedation and chemical restraints Versed it the first choice. And it's kept w/ Fent, Valium, and MS in a small pouch on the medic's person.

Depends. When I worked on an ambulance it was:

Shears, pens, penlight, pocket knife, wallet, gloves, phone (and at the time an iTouch with Epocrates). In my pack was a field guide, laptop, books, Zune, water, snacks, and a few other things.

When I worked at the hospital:

Shears, pens, penlight, Phone. In my pack was a Kindle, laptop, water, field guide (it just kinda lives in my bag), text books, knife, spare magazine for my pistol (which lived in the truck while I was in the hospital).

I was an 8th grader home sick from school that day. I spent my morning playing video games until my mother called and told me to turn the news on. I turned it on just as the second plane hit the towers

I've been wearing Converse side-zip boots and love them. They are the most comfortable boots I've ever worn, and they hold up pretty well

I'd say skip EMT-I and just go straight for medic. Not so much for the skills, but for the higher education compared to lower levels.

Well maybe moving grr... Failed one try at Acadians PAT today. The damn thing is more intense than any PAT I've ever seen for a private service. My HR jumped too high for their liking. The Phys Therapist doing the test told me it most likely was cause my body is dehydrated and exhausted. I'm gonna guzzle water and rest today. Retest is at 1030 tomorrow morning before I leave town.

Just about the way my luck goes...