Career questions tagged paramedic
What was the moment you knew healthcare was the right career for you?
Was there a specific patient, experience, or day on the job that confirmed you had chosen the right path??
How does an RN get an opportunity to work outdoors responding to emergencies within the community ? #Spring26
I just got accepted into an RN program and I would love to be an emergency room RN and use those skills to help respond to emergencies within the community similar to how paramedics do it, whether roadside, or at sporting events, or flying down on a helicopter to air lift individuals in need, or at concerts. I am not sure if this is a possible career path for a nurse, but if it is it would bring me so much joy to pursue it. I want to use my skills to give back and to help people when they need it most.
What did you experience EMT and Paramedic Programs ?
Hello, I have a few questions in EMT and Paramedic programs for a school project. 1. Would you get lots of field experience in the EMT program, if so what kind? 2. What are some of the work-life benefits of the career, or the most notable ones? 3. What is the process of becoming a Nationally Registered EMT? 4. What would Emergency Medical Technicians looking to become Paramedics need to learn in order to be one? Like for example would they work with people somewhere? Or Watch someone else work to gain experience and learn technique?
Student interview request — Paramedic / emergency services ?
Hi, I’m a student researching careers in paramedicine or a similar emergency services field for a school project. I would really appreciate it if a professional in this field could answer a few questions for me. Note: Please specify at least your name (first or last is fine) and where you work (city, state, or country) if you’re comfortable. I also have a few follow-up questions I’d like to ask after this. Thank you so much for your time! Questions: - What skills are most important in this career? - What surprised you most about this occupation? - Where/How did you receive your education/training? - What advice do you have for someone new to this career? - How many hours do you typically work in a day?
What made you realize you wanted to become a EMT and how do you deal with the stress the job brings?
#spring25 Im a senior in high school who is going into the medical field. Im struggling to know which path I should take for the future between becoming a Paramedic or a radiologist technician. So I'd love to hear how you knew your job was what you wanted to do for the rest of your career.
Unique career options in Health/Medicine that aren't a Doctor or PT?
I am currently majoring in Exercise Physiology and I am also getting my EMT certificate right now. I am really enjoying my EMT class, but am wondering what I can do with both an EMT certificate and an Exercise Physiology undergraduate degree after I graduate. Will I need to go and get a graduate degree or above to have a substantial job after college that includes my love of health and medicine?
Which is better, Paramedic or EMT?
Just a general question. I'm planning on becoming one of these, but I don't know which yet. Any suggestions?
What are the pros and cons to becoming a paramedic?
I would love to become a paramedic, but i've heard from a lot of people that it's not that great of a job. There's often trauma involved, and it is at random hours of the day. Apparently it consumes your schedule. I would love to become one, as I said before, but I don't know if it is worth it. Any thoughts?
What is the hardest part of being an EMT or Paramedic?
Hi, I'm currently a senior at my school. I plan on becoming an EMT this summer and this fall working on getting my Paramedic. I plan on being done with my paramedic and working a while before going for undergrad classes. What is the hardest part of becoming a paramedic going to be.
What courses should I take in high School if I want to become a sports medicine doctor or possibly a paramedic?
The university I am hoping to one day attend is western. I am currently in grade 9 (I already selected grade 10 courses). So basically just courses I should take for grade 11 and 12.
what is the most challenging part of becoming a paramedic and how difficult is it mentally and physically How would you prepare yourself mentally for this type of job??
After speaking to some people who have been in this line of work, they say its best to go into the job ready for the unexpected, could this be a true and valid answer?
What questions should I ask when I go to the fire station about becoming a EMT?
Hello! Thank you all for all the amazing answers/ help I got on my last question. I plan on going to my local fire station in the future to ask some questions about becoming an EMT, I am still looking for schooling, because I would very much prefer it to be an in class setting and not online. So I’m looking for guidance on questions to ask when I go and visit! I have a few in mind but help would be extremely appreciated!
I am wanting to become an EMT
Hello, I am finally starting to become serious about wanting to start my career and I am just wanting/needing help on where to start and how to go about it. I've been looking into schools, but I also want to go to my local fire station to talk to someone there, and to also put a face to a name. I want to start school at the end of this year or beginning of next year (2025). I know you start by going to school and getting your EMT and becoming certified, but I like to know all the information I can get and being able to talk to someone already in the career seems helpful to me. All of this to say what should I do and where do I start, and are there any tips for me. Thank you!!
What else should I add to my career to do list? ?
I want to be in the medical field starting off as an emt/ paramedic then work my way up. Some steps I need to take would be studying really hard, join class that spark the interest and research. What else should I do??
How to become a paramedic?
Tell us everything we need to do to become a paramedic. Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
Is there anything i can do as a teen to help become a first responder
i am 14 year old transmale and want to be a first responder (paramedic i hope) is there anything i can do to right now or as a teen to help achieve that goal when im older if so what can i do? And anything i should avoid doing now?
What are some tools and/or other gear and systems I would use while working as a Paramedic?
All answers are accepted and any further info is also highly grateful.
Are there internships available for aspiring EMTs/paramedics?
This is part of our professionals series where we ask professionals what they think students should know
As a paramedic what are the most types of injuries you deal with?
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Who do I have to report to at the end of the day while working as a paramedic?
I am a teenager currently in high school. I am starting to look into career choices for my future. I have always had an interest for #medicine and being a #paramedic. I want to learn more about this #career-path so I can start volunteering and getting internships to build experience.