Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

Training Officer, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

10

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

MESTA

Years With Department/Agency

6

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.mestaems.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Clear Lake Emergency Medical Corps, StarFire EMS, AMR-Houston, Med-Tec EMS

My Training:

EMT-Intermediate, CPR/ First Aid Instructor, EMS Instructor, PHTLS, Vehicle Extrication - Basic, Hazmat Awareness

About Me:

I have 2 beautiful boys. Trent who was born in December of 2001 and Trevor who was born in August of 2006. I am married to Travis who is the fire chief for our department. He is also a county deputy.

Day Job:

EMT-Intermediate

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Because of my mother being in EMS and I wanted to follow in her footsteps.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love to help the people of my community!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, PAY, PAY, PAY, and retirement!