Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

7

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

Years With Department/Agency

1

Web Site:

http://www.earlysvillefire.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad, Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company, Greene County Rescue Squad

My Training:

FF 1 &2, Haz-Mat Ops, HTR Vehicle Extrication, Trench Rescue Technician, Ropes 1, Basic Rescue Technician, Swift Water Rescue, EVOC, Fire Attack Essentials/IFGO, NIMS 100, 200, 800

NREMT-I, ACLS, PALS, ITLS, BLS Instructor, EMS Supervisors Course

Day Job:

Medic

Relationship Status:

Single

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://virginiaemt.blogspot.com/

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I always wanted to be a firefighter, ever since I can remember. I grew up around fire trucks and firefighters and loved the show "Emergency!". When I turned 16 I had the oppurtunity to join Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad as a junior member, only because the fire department didn't allow members under 18. I took an EMT-B course and immediately realized that I loved emergency medicine and wanted to learn more. While I still want to be a career firefighter my true passion is in EMS (I am currently finishing up my paramedic degree)

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping those in need

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, safety, safety. Recruitment and retention (specifically of qualified ALS providers) in rural volunteer systems. Making EMS professionals more recognized as medical professionals.