Type of Organization

Private EMS

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

12

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

AMR Inc

Years With Department/Agency

<1

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Caddo Fire District #1
Caddo Fire District #2
Caddo Fire District #4
Caddo Fire District #5
Caddo Fire District #6

My Training:

NREMT-P, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, AHA CPR, LA FF1, HAZ-MAT Awareness

About Me:

I am a devoted husband and father and if I'm not working then I'm with them as much as possible.

Day Job:

I work nights, so during the day I stay home with my 2 year old son.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I started at a volunteer fire department and had a blast helping people and fighting fires. I decided that it was the career for me and we've been together ever since.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It is self-gratifying, because you have to love it to do it.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, Salary, and Longevity