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What to Expect as an EMT or Paramedic


Many people who want to become paramedics do not know exactly what to expect when they enter the field, or “hit the streets.” Most of the time, television or the movies have given the applicant an impression of the job that may or may not be accurate. The field is not all “blood, guts and gore.”

One of the hardest things that paramedics deal with is the ability to think or react correctly in an instant, no matter what is going on. There is no room or margin for error. Being responsible for a person’s life can be incredibly stressful on anyone. In days past, no trauma counseling was available. Today, trauma counselors help paramedics deal with the stress and strain of the job. …

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 What to Expect as an EMT or Paramedic

Many people who want to become paramedics do not know exactly what to expect when they enter the field, or “hit the streets.” Most of the time, television or the movies have given the applicant an impression of the job that may or may not be accurate. The field is not all “blood, guts and gore.”

nyEMTinfo.com

NY EMT Info.com provides Emergency Medical Services education and training right at your fingertips. It is a convenient tool for course and training providers to post up-coming courses, as well as a convenient source of training schedules for the many interested pre-hospital and hospital care providers.

Paramedic.com

Paramedic.com is your gateway to pre-hospital emergency medicine featuring paramedic jobs, careers and EMT training.

Ambulance Victoria

Being a paramedic is about a lot more than lights and sirens and rushing to help someone in need. Paramedics perform clinical procedures, administer drugs, maintain patient records and decide the most appropriate medical facility to take someone to.

ExploreHealthCareers.org

EMTs and paramedics work both indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather. They are required to do considerable kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. These workers risk noise-induced hearing loss from sirens and back injuries from lifting patients. In addition, EMTs and paramedics may be exposed to diseases such as Hepatitis-B and AIDS, as well as violence from drug overdose victims or mentally unstable patients. The work is not only physically strenuous, but also stressful, involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients. Nonetheless, many people find the work exciting and challenging and enjoy the opportunity to help others.

FireScience Online

All of us on the FireScience.org team share a passion for fire science and public service careers. We also like to gather, analyze, and share data with others. So we’ve married our two interests by creating a one-stop resource for all things related to careers in fire science. We’ve scoured the available information, sorted through it, and compiled the facts you’ll need in one place.

NAEMT

As it matures as a profession, EMS grows more complex and diverse. The recent definition of new practitioner levels--replacing the traditional hierarchy of First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate and EMT-Paramedic--marks an important step in this process. Practitioners wishing to advance in their careers and help drive their profession forward should be familiar with this new structure, as well as the full breadth of professional options proliferating across EMS.

National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

To serve as the National EMS Certification organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status.

Study.com

Factors to be considered when selecting an EMT school include whether their training and courses are up to date in a continuing evolving career field and provide a solid foundation in emergency care. Schools may also include access to a nearby clinical facility or occupational setting for hands-on training. There are also online programs available for continued education and recertification.

TopEMTTraining.com

Are you interested in becoming an Emergency Medical Technician in your state? Well, then this is the right place for you. In a nutshell, this site is a complete guide for EMT aspirants.

U.S.News & World Report

EMTs and paramedics often work side by side with police officers and firefighters to provide the best all-around care in emergency situations. They operate in teams, with one person driving while the other continues to provide emergency care to the patient.

UnitekEMT

Unitek Education is the premier EMT training provider in the United States. Our mission is simple: training the next wave of EMT professionals. We offer a variety of training options to fit your needs. Allow us to guide you through this dynamic world of medical training.

WorldWideLearn

The work of EMS and paramedic professionals can be strenuous and stressful. However, most find the rewards associated with saving lives outweigh the physical and emotional demands of this job. Paramedics must work both outdoors and indoors, in all weather conditions, and at any time of the day or night. Often, they're subjected to perilous fire, disaster, or highway conditions where their own lives are at risk.

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