Type of Organization

Private EMS

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

25

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Rural Metro

Years With Department/Agency

22

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Served 20 years on Trenton Rescue Squad in Trenton Oh. Started out there as a volunteer EMT and progressed to Paramedic. The Department changed from all volunteer to paid on call then paid part time . Iserved as an officer about 15 of my years there including 8 as Chief.

My Training:

EMT Paramedic, past EMT Instructor.

About Me:

Married 40 years and have two sons and four grand children. I aqm an elected City Council member in Trenton Ohio and currently serve as Vice Mayor. Enjoy doing about anything mechanical or home repairs and wood working.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

A family member was having health problems and it scared the **** out of me. The local squad was offering an EMT class so I signed up. They talked me into volunteering and the rest is history.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

You get to meet so many great people. Your not couped up in an office or factory all day. No better feeling than saving a life.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Service reimbursement, added documentation and safety.