Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

2

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance

Years With Department/Agency

2

My Training:

NIMS 100, 200, & 700

About Me:

I'm 19 years old, working on gaining enough experience to go through my paramedic schooling in the fall of '11. Due to a knee injury, I'm questioning my ability to complete the Fire Fighter I class, but I'm fully interested in getting my CDL and go through a pump ops class.

Day Job:

Landscaping

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/katie.mcgray

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My dad was a member for many many years, and i ended jumping into an EMT-B class a few weeks in, and fell in love, and fell to the top of my class. I've been crazy about it ever since.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The thrill. It's just what I'm good at, I can't explain it. everyone has something, and to me, it's EMS.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of training, and facing real life issues both on and off the emergency scene.