are there any paramedics out there that can tell me things?????

Question

1. what do you like about your job
2. how much do you get paid/ how often do you get paid
3. how can i become a paramedic/emt when i am older

i am 12 years old and in 7th grade and i really want to become an emt/paramedic when i am older

Answer 1

well if you want to be a paramedic kudos first of all; it shows that you are willing to help others. i had the same feelings when i was younger, that urged me to become a paramedic. however, i didn't really enjoy it; sure the rush was there when you had a code and were responding, but it still just wasn't what i was looking for. (as a note the pay sucks). so i did some looking and found the same job, but in the army. Now i do pretty much the same thing that i did on the civilian side of life, but with less restrictions and actually more pay. the army life is not for everyone, but i enjoy it. the rush you get when you have to help someone is something that is not for everyone either. if you do become a paramedic, just remember; you are not god, you can't choose who lives or dies, but you expected to take a life into your hands and tell death to wait until you are finished. then walk away knowing that you did everything in your power to save his life. sometimes you'll lose them, most of times you won't. either way at the end of the day you only have to look into the mirror and tell yourself that you did the best. good luck!!!!!

RANGER's lead the way!!!

Answer 2

1. What I love about my job.. It can be an exciting job. You have loads of opportunities to have a positive effect on someone's life. You enter someone's life when it is at its worst, and you have the opportunity to make a positive difference. I'll be honest, I like the occasionaly excitement and little spike of adrenaline you get. Most calls I receive should never have been in the 911 system, but some of the calls are real emergencies and it is gratifying to me to be able to use my skills and training and help. This is a job that most people quit shortly after they start. It takes a special kind of person to do this kind of work. The stress level is high. The hours are long.

2. Pay depends on your area. In my area paramedics can easily make $40,000 - $45,000 per year. An EMT-Basic will make about $10 an hour, so becoming a paramedic is critical.

3. Becoming a paramedic is challenging. First, you have to go to EMT-Basic school. This school is about 3 months, and it is not too difficult. It is a good way to introduce yourself to emergency medicine and see if you hate it. Just remember, there is a world of difference between an EMT and a medic. A medic can push drugs, intubate (stick a tube down someone's trachea), start IVs, give shots. We do a lot. Paramedics are skilled healthcare workers. After EMT school, you go to paramedic school. You are looking at anywhere from 12 months to 2 years depending on the school. My paramedic school was 13 months, that is a little faster than most. After you pass paramedic school you have to take the National Registry exam. It's a tough test, and plan to study for a good month or so before the test.

The best advice I can give you is to go to college first. Get a 4 year bachelor's degree in a field other than fire science or emergency medicine. Being a paramedic is a dangerous job, and the potential for career ending injuries is always there. Having a bachelors degree will give you something to fall back on just-in-case.

Answer 3

1. I like that I don't have to work in the field any longer. Field care, EMS on the ambulance - is very rewarding if you're in the right situation (paid well or good volunteer squad system). Unfortunately, pay sucks here.

2. I used to get paid between 7 and 10 dollars per hour. Please realize that you will have to work a TON of hours to make enough money to support yourself and your family if you have one. You usually get paid every week or two depending on your company or organization.

3. Go to a formal school that trains paramedics. There are programs at volunteer organizations that will take you from EMT to paramedic by going to classses 2-4 nights a week, but they lack the depth and focus that a formal college program can offer.
You will usually get an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, depending on your program.

BEST TIP: Become an RN first...then you can earn major dollars, then go back to school and become a medic while being paid as a nurse.

Answer 4

I am an EMT-B or basic, this position is mostly volunteer and doesnt get paid. Paramedics are much more skilled needing 2 years of school where I only took 3 months. They make 13$ an hour where I come from. I am going into nursing school to become an RN or registered nurse. We can make anywhere from 18-60$ an hour. There are always ranges and it varies by location but go for anything you want. I know alot of paramedics that love their jobs. I also know alot of paramedics that go to my nursing shcool in hopes of getting more money. Go for your dreams :)!

Answer 5

1. Helping people
2. Not enough/every 2 weeks
3. Start out by taking your EMT-Basic class, id recommend getting a few years experience as an EMT-B before taking your Paramedic class because you will have gained a lot of knowledge from the experience

Answer 6

I have been a firefighter since 1964. The job is still the best job in the world. Our department runs a special squad that has smaller compartmentized trucks called "light rescues"---easy to drive and get through tight spots. We respond to the largest amount of calls that really do not need a huge rescue truck or fire engine and a lot of men. We go to all collisions---even if no one is hurt--we do traffic control for the police. We can cut cars up if needed but usually with a bigger truck to help. We go to all fires and fire alarms, any water leak, electrical problems, all Medical calls--we go along with an ambulance--in case more intense treatment is needed. We do all water rescue, rope rescue, mentally disturbed people, animal complaints, cave ins, collapsed buildings, hazard materials, police swat operations, locked out of cars and houses, and anything at all that people call about. We always train when we get a spare hour or two---we do over 10,000 calls a year----the red lights and siren always seem to be on. The job starts out as a fiefighter and then you train for medic, We get paid every 2 weeks-- I make 75,000 dollars a year with overtime---we work 12 hour shifts with 4 days off------4 on and 4 off..nice schedule. You will need to finish school, take the tests, keep yourself out of trouble and don't ever use drugs or alcohol---be good and best of luck to you.