The COVID-19 pandemic has forced educators and students alike to adapt to unique learning platforms and methods. For many EMT and Paramedic students, the pandemic not only impacted their didactic experience, but their clinical and internship experience suffered as well. First off, breathe. It will be okay. There are tons of resources out there, including […]
Are you currently looking into career options in the medical field but not quite sure what route to take or where in the medical field you want to work? Maybe you have found that you like paperwork/desk work or maybe you’ve decided you want the hands on side of things. Perhaps you haven’t really even
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If you’ve ever had a structured interview, you are likely familiar with the STAR method of interviewing. Most agencies are utilizing the structured interview method because it gives them a glimpse of how the candidate has reacted to certain situations in the past. Based on their responses, they can determine if the candidate would be
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians is a certification organization that provides EMTs and Paramedics the opportunity to prove they meet national standards. Having this certification facilitates getting licensed with any State organization. However, this does not grant automatic permission to work. It is not a licensing agency. It simply lets any State EMS
Regular physical activity is important to overall well being including mental health. However, sometimes it is hard to find the time or the motivation to start and stay active, especially when we are all stuck at home. Below are some tips & links to help you start and stay active! First and foremost, be KIND
If you are like me, getting engrossed in a good podcast makes you feel so much more enlightened and aware. Not to mention, you can nonchalantly drop some knowledge in a conversation among coworkers and sound really, really smart. But jokes aside, listening to an educational or anecdotal podcast can be beneficial for enhancing your
Village of Chicago Ridge Firefighter/Paramedic Application Deadline: 06/24/20 @ 4:00 PM Salary: Starting: $51,689.93 Sworn Officers: 14 (Full-Time) Population: 14,576 Barrington Firefighter/Paramedic application due 3:00 p.m. onMonday, June 1st 2020
For a lot of Illinois EMTs who are in Paramedic school, your first job as a Paramedic will most likely be at one of the private ambulance companies. This is an excellent introduction to being a Paramedic and if you are already employed at one of these companies, your transition will be much easier! Most
“Dress for Success” What is the appropriate way to dress for an interview, especially in the medical field? How do you appropriately present yourself when interviewing for school, jobs, etc.? Below are some do’s and dont’s of dressing for interviews. Do’s: Hair clean and styled Simple makeup – natural look Facial hair trimmed and professional
If you are new to the field, knowing what to do clinically in a situation is crucial. However, when you are not on a medical call, understanding the meaning behind some commonly used phrases, words, or abbreviations may be helpful for acclimation and conversation. The list below contains a few examples that may be helpful
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