EMT, EMS, Paramedic Jobs and Careers
Matt Zavadsky discusses the CMS disclosure and the latest in the move to fund treatment in place
Breaking down some light-hearted and professionally-serious tips to start and build a successful career in EMS
On Day 2 of EMS Week, we are talking education – both for providers and community members
Every response area has its drawbacks, but all things being equal, what percentage of providers prefer to respond to calls in their own community?
This year marks the 50th recogntion of EMS Week, established in 1974 by President Gerald Ford
New labor regulations will increase the salary threshold for overtime exemptions – Steve Wirth shares how this impacts EMS roles
Listen to her extraordinary story of overcoming personal trauma and how obstacle course racing has helped her in her EMS career
EMS personnel across four states were recognized by their peers for dedication, service
Expansion of the pilot program also allows paramedics to administer whole blood
Simplifying the patient assessment process for every patient can reduce variability, lower your stress and improve patient care
A Sonoma County paramedic was lowered to people clinging to the side of a capsized boat in the first rescue
Laurens County EMS Captain Andy Heiney was known for his professionalism, courage and selflessness
Don Plakon met the Seminole County paramedics who responded to his cardiac arrest call
“When the ER keeps us from another call, you may frolic while I hug the wall. I am there for you.”
Are you genuinely open to changes to the status quo?
Former paramedic Jeremy Cooper faced up to three years in prison after being found guilty of criminally negligent homicide
At least 94 people died after they were given sedatives and restrained by police from 2012 through 2021, according to the Associated Press
The importance of bearing witness to the tragedy we encounter in daily life, and the gifts that these difficult situations sometimes bring
Lake County Assistant Chief/Paramedic Matthew Haerter was on his way to Arizona when a passenger lost consciousness
Sunnyvale has relied on AMR for paramedic service since February
Boulder Valley students work on EMT certification while interning with a fire department
Do you agree with cohost Chris Cebollero that progressive discipline is “antiquated” and should be phased out?
A Hopkinsville board member proposed a wage reduction of about $20 per EMS paycheck, though some board members disputed this figure, preferring pay cuts to job losses
The program takes its name from the first-ever ambulance service composed of primarily Black paramedics
5 tips to inspire and influence others, stop making assumptions, removes biases and build better relationships
Sacramento City FD Battalion Chief Erik Saari on creating positive pathways for all members to contribute to the department
Prepare for the impact of extreme weather on critical infrastructure and EMS operations
Chicopee students are partnered with a local ambulance company to have certification by graduation
It has unique challenges and opportunities, but all things being equal, would you rather work in your hometown?
