PROS & CONS OF EMT
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- Опубліковано 20 бер 2018
- Hey there guys! We just reached 15k on my first EMT video! Since this was a highly requested video, I wanted to put my little spin on it. Hope you all enjoyed :) Comment down below to continue the conversation.
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It's four years after this video was posted, but I just enrolled in EMT class. We've got through different paths, but we have two things in common... Interest in EMS and brain surgery. My surgery was to remove scar tissue from my left temporal lobe caused during birth that caused Epilepsy. After recovering from surgery, I went to college and became a pharmacy technician. Due to going from college to being a caregiver for my grandmother, by the time I tried getting a job, employers decided that I had been out of college too long to be qualified. After a few years of volunteering in a hospital, I looked at EMT. At first I couldn't afford it, and then I couldn't afford it and covid canceled classes. Then I was recruited by FEMA when the first covid vaccines became widely available to travel the country to work in vaccination clinics. I did that for about 9 months and made enough money to take the class. And that brings me to now. I hope to do some disaster traveling after I finish in addition to regular work.
I love this video! I love how you just get straight to the point and don't add unnecessary details just to stretch out the length of the video.
Thank you so much! I try to keep it somewhat entertaining 🤗
"Never a dull moment" Unless you do dialysis transports :P
Hey hey hey.... it gets exciting sometimes but that usually means you f*cked something up
My county has a dialysis center. They HATE dialysis transports lol
Having been an Australian paramedic for coming on 21 years, I reckon you've nailed the pros and cons.
Here are mine (in no particular order)
Rarely boring, especially when you do 8-10 jobs in a 12 hour shift. I've abseiled from a chopper, gone to places most aren't allowed to go, seen things most never see. It gives you a different look on life. You see people at their best and worst.
It's a career, it's a lifestyle. Certainly no "just a job".
Rosters: Here we do 4 x 12 hour shifts made up of day/afternoon and nights. We get 3 clear days off, plus 0700 onwards on your last night shift. We make about $100k/year.
Very dynamic career; To be a paramedic here (we don't have EMT level), you have to have a university degree in paramedicine. There are always new drugs/procedures/equipment being introduced.
Comradery: I couldn't ask for a better group of people to work with.
Everything you need (safety equipment, uniforms, PPE etc.) is supplied.
You're doing something useful. You're out just about all day with your partner. No sitting in an office with the boss breathing down your neck.
Cons: Not family friendly shifts. Doing shift work is more detrimental to your health than 9-5 jobs. I think I've worked more Christmas days than had off.
Dangerous: No amount of safety training removes you completely from danger. Drug affected violent patients don't act rationally. I've broken my ankle twice kicking in doors, and hurt my back from heavy lifting more times than I care to remember. PTSD is real and can creep up on you.
Stress??? A lot of people say "ooh, I'd hate to do your job" with trauma jobs in the back of their mind. Truth be told, injuries and death doesn't phase me. Seeing innocent people hurt from somebody's stupid actions does make me mad. Beats working within 4 walls all day, or in a boring predictable job. It's not for everybody, some people like safe, mundane jobs.
Best wishes from Australia.
Wow! Amazing, thank you for sharing your insights this will be very helpful !!
Nice answer. But i guess australia has a pretty high standard, so its probs hard to compare it to the us or a lot other countries.
I work i germany as an emt and i d say our standard is also pretty high. But i dont think any paramedic will earn up to a 100k ausd which is like 65k euros.
Agree with this, although in New South Wales we still have the equivalent of EMT (aka. Paramedic intern or Level 2). They can send us out solo or with another Level 2, but they do their best to pair us with a Qualified Paramedic.
Nice read in parts of Australia we have AO level, also known as ambulance officer, how that's compares state to state I have no idea. The skill set is slightly higher than emt....essentially AOs get to do more and give more as compared to NYC emt (according to the person who went there to check out how there systems and crews work).
hey i live in Aus and am really interested in the duty. what courses did you do in uni?
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Frank Axt really it's that serious🤔🤔😒😒
Is your attention span really that small?
thanks bro!
KJ The Party's Here! They are just telling us where to find what we came for
Shabang Djang some people have shit to do
I'm extremely small and this has held me back from pursuing my EMT goals. Seeing girls like you encourage me to just go for it and push through ✌
I´m 5´4 and I´m never feel my small height as a handicap. In other way. I can go to places, where other can't go, cuz they are so high :D So .. go for it and do that ...
I'm 4'9 and I have the same doubt 💯
ive had small partners, it can be worked around. dont let that stop you, but do some pushups
I'm 3ft and I feel the same way
It doesn't really matter your size except when lifting or moving patients...as long as you train and improve your upper body strength and you large muscles like your quads and butt muscles you are going to be ok. The only issues might be in the difference in your size and your partner's size. You would have to come up with some sort of plan before you move any patients and this is generally an easy fix. Get strong. NOBODY IS GOING TO LIFT FOR YOU. They might help but do not expect it. As for sizes I have worked with many people of lots of different sizes. Some of the best and most capable medics I have worked with were under 5'4" (which is how tall I am) and that includes guys too. It is all in how you prepare and train yourself to do the job both physically and mentally. It is not a job for the faint of heart...it is dead (no pun intended) hard work! Remember as an EMT you are the base for what the others with higher training medics build on. Don't let anyone short change you. Remember everybody has to start somewhere and if you utililze this time to learn, utilize those Code 1 and Code 2 transports to learn about medicine, you will go far. It's up to you. I am an EMS Instructor Paramedic and I have been in the business for over 35 years & have been a critical care medic, flight medic, mine medic, industrial medic and an ER medic.....all private.. It is what you make it, it's what you put into it......that's what you get out of it. If you come into this job with rose colored glasses...remember...glass breaks easily......and....I started out as an EMT...) :-)
You're awesome! Love your positivity, energy and enthusiasm. The video was entertaining and informative. Thanks so much
Awesome video right there! I like the way you edit your videos and go over the pros and cons. I agree with your breakdown as a Paramedic. Especially the partner pros.
Woah I see you EVERYWHERE🤣🤣UA-cam , IG, Facebook ,tiktok you name it .. what’s next LinkedIn? lol
Thank you for this!! I’m going to EMT school starting in the fall (hopefully if it still happens with all this COVID) and I was really wanting to know pros and cons to the job! You’re gorgeous keep doing what you are going!
Also, never schedule a date with a girl or have anything after a shift, don't make that mistake like i have.
Why?
jahnniii because you’re usually tired as heck + you don’t always get off on time :/
@@jahnniii you are drained and never end the shift on time😂
Josh Levario Trust me I work in a hospital and 12hr shift is hard at night
That's my rule.
I never make plans while I'm on shift. Because my frame of mind changes from when I'm on shift and when I get home.
Most people either leave from 3months-1year in or they stay in it for a while. It's hard becuase we don't get paid much for the amount of training we have had to do plus continuing eds. Greatest job where you develop a sick sense of humor and really see things you'd never thought you see. Mind your back and your body if you get in this profession. It's hard when you're in the moment lifting a pt to think about lifting posture and body mechanics but try to keep it in mind. Always listen to the medics and the old EMT's. Volunteer in 911 and support your local town/city. Learn about the truck , your equipment. Most of all, Have fun!
Amazing comment to share I hope others read this! I really like the dark sense of humor it's the greatest lmao !
If you really want the money, just get a two year and be a paramedic
Keep going! Love you Em! So proud of you
Love you Gina!!! Thank you so so much! :)
You crack me up!! XD I love your videos! Keep doing you boo!!
I absolutely love your positivity! Thanks cutie!🤗
subbed... I felt that "Sometimes" comment.
Currently on deployment in Poland and got the idea in my head that I really be an EMT. I love helping people so I feel like this can be a great fit for me. Love watching the videos, definitely give me Alot of info for what to expect, thanks chick!
It's funny because I used to work at Chipotle and I would always see EMTs there and now i want to become an EMT 😭😂
loved this. i just graduated from high school and this was a great help.
Thank you so much! & congrats on such an amazing milestone in your life, I wish you all the best!
I appreciate this candid feedback guys! The pros and cons are super helpful. This video is very helpful.
Honestly at the end of my shift, the pros mean so much to me than the cons do
This was overall a good video, but I wish more people talked about the mental health aspects of this field. That’s a very personal issue for me as I’ve lost three friends who were EMT/FFs (two to suicide, one to homicide). I know that this problem has many roots, but I feel that we should be addressing it more than we do. Stay safe out there!
Chica!! I subscribed!!!!!!! Oh yeah!!!! EMT, EMT, EMT , EEMMMTTTTTT!!!! YAAASSSSSS!!!!!
I love the enthusiasm!! Welcome to the wild side 🤗
Hey chica... Looovvvee Your videos.. totally agree on your pros and Cons... Love being in the EMS profession, very rewarding
Just subscribed! Gonna go watch more. I start my EMT Classes in August! Thanks for the good work that you do!
Thank you so much for watching! & OMG !!! August is right around the corner this is so amazing to hear! I wish you the best of luck🤗
Wildtangles thank you for the well wishes :) I am super excited to get started. Had class orientation last week and will have BLS CPR certification on Aug 1st followed by classes, classes, and more classes!
I was definitely thinking about attending a boot camp. I was a little apprehensive. So glad I found ur channel. Definitely gonna subscribe.
If army is your way to go, remember our freedom is all here but Thank you for joining the wild side 🤗!
Hello there. I’m new to you channel and everything and it’s pretty cool that you talk about this stuff. I live in El Paso ,Texas and well I’m an EMT in training well I just started and I’m going for my degree not my certification. But yea I’m in school right now taking classes and participating in clinical sand more. Can’t wait😁😁😁
As an AEMT I can attest that these are all very accurate! Also, I work in an ER as a tech because of my EMS education and it is very different but also very educational!
THank you for simplying and summarizing your job.
Such good contents. Thanks for these! :)
I start my EMT program May 30th. I’m so excited and so nervous to go into the emergency medical field!!
hows it going?!
I plan on going to my cc for emt school. I’ve been working retail most of my life and I need a change. I’m gonna
give it a shot and try it out, but I’m positive I’ll enjoy it!! :)
I really hope you do!! I wish you the best of luck, you will do amazing!!🤗
Thank you for this video. I'm considering becoming an emt here in Las Vegas but was unsure if it's the right fit for me. I had gotten the job years ago but declined due to my indecisiveness and salary of course. But seeing the opportunity that are available I could see how fulfilling this career can be, I'm considering in going back on the route and try it again
Such a cool personality haha. Thanks for the information
you're doing good stuff. I like your videos.
Thank you!!
You're not fooling me Dawson! I don't know why you're not on a Chicago fire channel.... But keep up the great videos
Thank you so much!
Once I ordered a burger from Nandos and we got a job and had to do the drive-off. A week or so later I order another burger there (out of uniform), they recognise me and when my burger arrives they give me a free large chips. It doesn't sound like much but it was a nice surprise and I really appreciated it. Sure, there are always a few dropkicks around but I find most people are really nice and appreciate what we do.
Im a new sub. I too am an emt and i live In N.Y. I love my job and glad to see you are one as well.
How long have you been in EMS?
I’m considering to be a EMT but how did you managed your time with school and college?
I worked 96 hour shifts and more than once I would get less than 3 hours sleep, However it was the most rewarding jobs I ever had transitioning to Paramedic was pleasant.
Love it !!
YAY! I'm happy! :)
I love this video
I'm gonna look into being an EMT. It's a pretty important job in NYC
That lowkey rhymed
Did emt for 3 years then got my medic. Money depends were you live. Im in jersey emt make anywhere from 16-25 an hour. Medics make over 30 in most places
My best friend wants to be an emt so I'm trying to learn about it to know what hes going to be going through and maybe how to help and what to expect 😊
bruh you a real friend.
@@jacob_1866 lol he friend ghosted me cause I didn't date him
@@Beths0410 Honestly I don't blame him.
@@Beths0410 Do you know how painful it is to be friends with someone you like and they just don't like you? Its a toxic relationship to be in for them. they made the right choice
@@jacob_1866 I mean he was going on dates and flirting with others while I was waiting then once I moved on and he wanted to date me he dropped me because I wasn't still waiting for him 🤷🏼♀️
A nurses knowledge is a mile deep, while EMT’s is a mile wide.. My professor said this, and it stuck out. The pay struggle is because we are still under the DOT, so we can only charge insurance companies a ‘loading fee’ and ‘mileage’ if we run an EKG we can’t charge separate for it.
can you explain what that means? What do you mean by mile deep va mile wide
I am actually turning 14 tomorrow but i have been thinking about being a EMT or ER nurse doctor something in that field and I feel like I am meant to do this already.
Same!
You got it!
@@karlybethguadalupe1445 thank you!!
@@vivianmarina6742 We got this!!!
You got awhile 😂
Training as an EMT right now, looking to graduate in June.
Thanks for the info 😁👍
What major is that
Nagato Uzumacki It’s not a major, it’s a certification course.
@@nagatouzumacki8768 Paramedics are the ones who usually have that 2 year associates degree requirement.
@@dontknowwhatididlastnight6668
Do you need to graduate HS
I'm a lost dropout..
@@nagatouzumacki8768 I would say get your GED. A lot if not all colleges ask for either a HS diploma or the equivalent which is a GED.
Thanks for the video. Made lots of sense.
Her hair 😤❤️
Taking my practical exam in a few days! Nervous and excited
I feel like both EMT and LNA don't get paid for what they should .
Long hours 12-24. I'm over here working 48-96 with medic school, a toddler. You get used to it larger cities and very high call volumes usually work less as more rural services tend to work longer.
Yeoooooo been thinkin about doin thissssss
New sub ❤️ future Emt 🚑
YAY! Welcome to my channel! ❤️
Awesome,thanks for your videos.
thank you so much!!
I'm taking a fast track class for emt can't wait to get out on the field
Hey girl, I’m in my first week EMT school this week and I’m sweatin. I’m literally contemplating getting a refund. The workload is a lot plus I’m realizing that (as stated in your video) the pay is pretty pitiful. I’ve been advised to get on with a fire station. Thoughts?? Are you happy you did this? Did you ever have the same fears I did in your first week of the program??
Ive been in the same situation. Did you decide to stay in the program?
20 people just died in my town in an accident last week so I volunteered yesterday as an EMT I hope I can actually help people
I'm an active EMT, and I'm in paramedic school as well. There are many dull moments. Most patients are not critical, and sometimes you have have to wait an hour for a call. And it took me only 4 months to get my EMT, so I definitely didn't expect to get paid a lot. If you aren't planning on doing a lot of extra schooling to get your paramedic, it just isn't worth it. When most people think they want to be an EMT, they usually actually want to be a paramedic. The truth is, EMT's can't do a whole lot on an emergency call. Most of it is ALS which is the paramedic's job.
80% of calls are BLS, what are you talking about?
How old are you? Did u do the EMT program
In the summer if ur in college?
EMT’s Ems in general are under appreciated. Still under paid still not respected etc but theirs the ones that are there when someone is in between life or death. Smh government needs to look out for em more. Stressful as job over worked etc. 😤😤
Them edits arte too funny lool. I'm taking an EMT course this summer. I'm in the Army reserves, so I think I'll be use to the challenges in the field! Great Video!
Yay! Thank you so much! & that is so amazing to hear😊 best of luck to you!
I agree been an emt on a box and as volunteer firefighter i agree with it
I’m taking an EMT class starting February 4th. I’m excited.
Zac Lemons how is the class?
have you ever heard of an emt-b just working in the summer? im pretty sure i wont have time during the school time.
Derek Wang Yes! You can look into being a "health director" (usually the title) as an emt-b for summer camps! Or even part -times
If you like the whole trauma side be a burn nurse or a ER nurse, it’s always good to work up
EMT sounds fun... I wanted to go to the Navy after i high school but my parents told me to go to college and study for emt before i go to the navy and i thought instead of going to the navy why dont i just do emt 🤔
Cian Pangilinan I’m doing emt in the army 🥶
I am 5'3 and im pretty fit. Honest question, am I too short regardless of my strength level? What do I need to do to become at my best physical level?
Not at all! Doesn't go by height! Proper lifting form which you will learn
I was an EMT for eight years and she nailed it.
Where are you? And how much did you get paid?
Was in Arkansas 8.50 an hour for 48 and 72 hr shifts.
Awesome. Keep doing your thing. 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Thank you so so much!!
I love your video. Im a new emt. And im loving my job
Thank you & that is so amazing!!
THANK YOU FOR THE HELPPP
I am so glad this helped you🤗
Thank you !
Ems is a chill job. Been and advanced for 5 years and a was a basic for 4. Started at 19 working on the box and transitioned into emergency room for the past 6 years. Have also worked urgent care clinics and dialysis as a tech. Sooo many options for my ems peeps. Just gotta look around. Just like any other job it comes with bullshit and a low salary but don’t regret doing it.
Susie Zavala Now this is the comment I was looking for. The First comment just shitting all over being an EMT/S, but honestly what job isn’t fucking boring, poorly paid, and horrible management with extra bullshit work?
As for Customer Service issues, i’ve worked at a busy Super Market. I can handle disgruntled people.
Any who, I’m planning being an EMT in Florida, any suggestions about working long side Fire Departments etc? Or just any tips in General that will help me out with actually being picked.
Susie Zavala is there any branch possibilities for morgues?
What did you do in emergency room?
Start my emt training soon thx for the upload
CONGRATS!! Best of luck to you!
@@wildtangles how'd it go? did you get your license? I just got mine but I havent started working yet.
Here in my state, when I did my 24 ER clinical hours I found out all the triage personnel is Paramedics, so around here alot do go to the hospital, but they stay in field too. Another thing around here I have yet to meet a place that won't hold your food for you on the off chance you will find a moment to be able to return, if you get a call and have to leave. I think they wait 6-8 hours. Cold but its food. You can call and say your on an ambo too and they will make it as quick as they can and hold it for as long as needed. However I did feel like there was plenty of dull moments. I live in a decent sized city, but nothing like New York or Chicago. I worked Cinco De Mayo for my second set of clinicals and only had 5 calls in 12 hours.
I work for a volunteer service in a rural community close by, I sleep most of my shift there XD
My question to u how many years have u put into EMS
I want to become one cause its a short termed course and is less than a year to become one and it seems like the best option for work experience for if i want to become a PA
I'm EX coast guard, and i enjoyed being in a life saving branch, I'm currently interested in becoming an EMT, would you recommend?
luigi7711 I'm in the same boat. Retired from the Army and missing the service aspect in my life. Thinking about EMT as next career
Thanks for the information 😊👍
Yeah I took a TACMED Class last week and got me interested in being an EMT . especially bc I had to drop out of college last year
I've been interested in doing a 2 year program for EMT at a technical college. Any stories with common factors for people who couldn't cut it in the field that you'd be willing to share?
Steven if you are doing a 2 year program it better be a paramedic program. EMT takes 6months max
What do you put in your lunchbox?
Hey great video! I’m thinking about taking a EMT class at my local community college in order to get the experience before nursing. How long did your EMT class take to complete? And what were the requirements to get into your program?
EMT is perfect for pre-nursing experience especially if you work on an ALS truck with a medic. There usually isn't any prerequisites or co-requisites to the program. For me i took my program for 3.5 months.
Love how you guys are helping each other out!
Several of the people I went through the emt coarse with went to nursing it seemed to be a good Segway into the program. I stayed the first responder route and got into the fire service as well which is another great option that many EMTs decide to do male and female. Whatever you decide I’ll put it bluntly if you get into any type of emergency response or emergency medicine get ready to see some shit. Good luck. Coarse takes one semester with clinicals. No pre requirements
Which company were you with? I currently can’t decide between Midwood and senior care🤔
how did i just find out about you i love this video
There are a lot of EMTs that transition into the Emergency Room. The pro in doing this is that you will either double or triple your pay. The con is you most likely will miss the outdoors while you work. You need to decide which is more important to you. My background is 3 yrs ambulance, 4 yrs fire dept and 19 years in emergency room
What do you do in the emergency room?
I’ve worked in a lot a ERs and they basically the same. As an ER Tech (EMT) you will assist in patient care. This will include taking vital signs, hooking patient up to cardiac monitor. Doing EKGs, applying splints (fiberglass or cast material), cleaning wounds, assist will sutures, lumbar pictures, central lines,etc.. You will also help with CPR on cardiac arrest patients. Sometimes we draw blood (only if you are phlebotomy licensed) from patients. There also restocking the ER with supplies. But that basically covers the ER portion of a ER Tech (EMT) duties.
@@carlosdiaz5400 wow! Thanks so much for answering. That was great info.
much respect to you
new to your channel but love the content!! Sub
Omg thanks! Welcome :)
in wrecks, firefighters are first on scene unless the wreck is caused in pursuit. thanks for the vid tho 😀
really i don’t mind the salary.. i want to do something i know i’ll love and enjoy. my dream is to give back to my community and help save lives, i’m 15. and i definitely would love to pursue emergency medical.
Do you think I could balance out being a emt while being a biology major in college?
What are some tips for EMT school I’m starting this summer and I’m curious if you experienced anything that I should know about beforehand
first time I had ever smashed that subscribe button when someone told me to! ha!
You are the best!! Welcome to the wild side🤗
great information💯
This guy I work with, who was working in EMS for about 13 years, told me that the Basic EMTs are the grunts of EMS. Basically, most of them work for a private ambulance company, transporting patients from their homes to the hospital, nursing homes to the hospital, etc; Then, even if they are hired in with 911 providers, the basics are the ones driving the ambulance and then cleaning out the back afterwards. How true is this for a Basic level EMT? This is all if you are not a Firefighter.
Where did you get your necklace from? I am also an EMT!! :)
Jennifer Jessen any advice or info you’d like to share regarding being an EMT? ✨
SO BEAUTIFUL
Hey so I’m about to start emt school in order to get my hands on experience for PA school. I was wondering how does your schedule look like?
How do you become a EMT though? Like i have a average job but i feel like i wanna do something in my life (career wise) & i’m thinking of becoming a EMT but i don’t know anybody that does it & i don’t know how to start.
I’m a high school student, a junior and I go to regular school and take all my necessary classes then go to career center where i’m currently doing medical terminology and anatomy and physiology and next year I go to EMT or CNA. I plan on, or think about doing EMT more than CNA, and going to college to get a better high paying degree but I don’t know if EMT would be good for me if I’m studying and working as you said “12-24 hour shifts” ? I just need help on deciding ..
Natalee Leon you should volunteer at your local fire department. They’ll put you through the required training for free and it’s a great way to decide if this is how you want to spend your life. Obviously it’s not paid but you get to answer calls and act as a real emt alongside the other real emts who work there.
Hello to anyone in particular, looking for advice.
I'm currently studying in school for something else that isn't related to this job, however if I wanted to become an EMT would it be too much to balance college and this job?
Depends who you are...this field schedule is crazy at times you might only work your hours....or a 24 hour shift....so if you can handle a full time college schedule and a non consistent work schedule...lmao it would be perfect.