By Clay Gilman, EMT-B
I will have the rig stocked before you arrive,
So we can start keeping our patients alive.
I am there for you.
I will handle the gurney so you can start to assess,
I will carry all the gear and clean up all the mess.
I am there for you.
I will make the firefighter respect all your wishes,
Because we’ll be with the patient while they’re back doing dishes.
I am there for you.
And I don’t care where we are,
I will always have the mileage for your PCR.
I am there for you.
And when you need to rest, because of all you do,
Although, I like to chat, I’ll shut up during that time too.
I am there for you.
And when we’re on scene, I will always have your back,
At that unsafe accident or to fend off an attack.
I am there for you.
When the ER keeps us from another call,
You may frolic while I hug the wall.
I am there for you.
And if a call doesn’t go like it should,
I know for a fact you did all you could.
I am there for you.
Whether helping the elderly or just a young kid,
I will always remember what you did.
I am there for you.
If you ever need a partner who just ain’t the same,
Just check the schedule for my name.
I am there for you.
So at end of shift when we close the rig’s door,
Know that I’m always down for some more.
I am there for you.
I will restock the rig for the oncoming crew,
And be honored and proud that I worked with you.
I am there for you.
About the author
Clay Gilman chased his dream of becoming an EMT at 50 years old and has been one for 12 years. After 9 years with AMR/Riverside County, California, he now works for Acute Rescue and Transport in Boise, Idaho, as an EMT-B.