Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

6

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Martin County Fire-Rescue Martin County, F.L.

Years With Department/Agency

6

My Training:

Firefighter, Paramedic, Some T.E.R.T. (Technical extrication), Neonatal resucitation

About Me:

I've been a Fire-Medic for 6 years now here in Florida. We have about 300 front line firefighter's EMT's and Medic's and we cover about 240 square miles. Are EMS protocols are pretty aggressive with Acls and trauma interventions. I've learned a lot while working here and always learning more and more...

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I like the fast pace action and helping people in need. when they run out we run in...i think that's cool

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Hearing that heart felt "thank you " for making a difference.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Proper hands on training rather than computer.