Jake Stiltner

Profile Information:

Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid, Private EMS

Job Function

EMS Chief / Division Head, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

15

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Rescue 33 Ambulance Service; Grundy, VA

Years With Department/Agency

2

Web Site:

http://www.tazewellcofirerescue.org/

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

In 15 years I've had a few, some good some bad. If you're really interested just ask and I'll tell ya about 'em.

My Training:

With all the certifications running out, getting recertified, and becoming obsolete I'll say that I am currently certified as or was at one time certified as:
NREMT-P
ACLS
PHTLS
NRP
PALS
PEPP
HAZ-MAT FR
HTR II
Cave Rescue
Confined Space Rescue
Search and Rescue
Field Team Member
Vehicle Extrication

Day Job:

This is my day job!

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/jakestiltner

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

When I was growing up my neighbor owned an ambulance service, so I literally grew up around it. It only seemed natural that when I became certified as an EMT at 16 that I would go to work for that same company. Then at age 20 I became the third NREMT-P to practice in our county. Now 15 years later his service is closed and he has passed away but I now manage a local service and continue to practice as a medic.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

This is what I've wanted to do since I was a kid, I'm living my dream here.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of respect between competitive agencies and their providers. Erroneous denials by CMS and private insurers for medically necessary services resulting in budget cutbacks and as an end result lower standards of care for our patients.

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