Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

6

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Union Ambulance District

Years With Department/Agency

3

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.unionambulancedistrict.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Shop Steward for The Union Ambulance District in association with The Professional Firefighter of Eastern Missouri IAFF local 2665

My Training:

I received my schooling through the Saint Louis Community college and Jefferson College.

About Me:

Just your every day average guy that puts his pants on one leg at a time. I enjoy life and take my job seriously

Day Job:

Paramedic

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I never really had any interest in this EMS field until I met my wife. Once her dad got ahold of me I have been in the field ever since

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I enjoy seeing new faces everyday and get the cahnce to make someones day a little better in their time of need.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Personal safety and lack of proper training.