Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

10

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Medical Rescue Team South Authority

Years With Department/Agency

1

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.mrtsa.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Fire fighter for the U.S. Navy (DamageControlman)

My Training:

Naval fire academy (DC A School) Multiple civilian fire trainings. EMT-B and EMT-P training.

About Me:

I am 27 years old. I am married and have an 17 month old son Keighan. Besides working EMS/Fire, I am working on a masters degree in homeland security.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Thought it would be an awesome career.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of adequate training and equipment, lack of respect and pay for EMS professionals, and lack of union representation EMS providers. I am proud to be a union paramedic. (Fraternal Association of Professional Paramedics)