Want a career in EMS? Better start practicing your interview skills! In this weeks video I detail tips and tricks to help you succeed in the EMS interview.
This is good for the younger candidates to listen too, I am amazed at how unprepared candidates are for the interview process. They have the knowledge we are looking for, but we find that unprepared candidates fail to shine through communication.
Awesome vid love your channel keep up the good work. I’m only 11 yo but I hope to be a paramedic in the future and you are a great inspiration thank you
Great tips, Sam. Can you do a video detailing your recommendations for a BLS and an ALS kit? There is an event medic company in my area that requires you to bring your own kit. Would love to hear your recommendations. Thanks. Keep up the great videos.
Totally agree with the suit and tie thing. Went in for my interview full suit and tie and they said I was the 3rd person out of 150 people to show up like that and was very impressed. (Got the position!!)
@@boogiemanplays6853 it’s going really good! I am currently back in school upgrading and just finished a course to be a first aid and BLS instructor for work!
Hey Sam. Thanks for your awesome videos, they are very inspiring for all career paths in emergency medical care. As an athletic trainer, I was curious if you had any stories of past experiences with us or maybe talk about joint medical personnel collaboration when 2 branches of 1st responders (EMTs and ATs) work together for a patient. Thanks! Have a blessed day. Stay Safe!
Any tips for interviewing for a rotor service? I’m interviewing for my first time on a rotor service next week. I’m on a fixed wing CCT now but I’ve never interviewed for a rotor service
Do you think you could do a video covering ways to remember SAMPLE DCAP-BTLS and the other acronyms for the first responder/ems studying this is pretty difficult for me and my class
I'm wrapping up my school and I had the hardest time with this that I did was type them out or write them down and then I would ask myself them 5 or 6 times a day put them on your phone or one in the car one in room one in kitchen and anytime you pass one of them say them in your head then start doing it with out the list and check if you got it so write them out and compare
Best way for me is to flashcard it and just keep making yourself memorize it through testing ex: just finished eating or any other random time just write it down.
for dcap-btls its actully rlly easy and i didnt realize it until my teacher asked us about it. Just remember its TRAUMA! so when you think of trama what somthing that starts with D? Deformity. C? Contusion. A Avulsion. P? Penetration. B? Burn.. and so on. For sample all i did was wright it out with the full word next to each letter. I started with just SA. i said them outloud, put down my paper, then said them again. I did this till i could get down the full thing. All of the acronyms are really easy once you get them down. It took me a second to associate an actual meaning behind the words though cuz my brain thinks weird but i just did my phsycomotor a few days ago and in the scenerio i was able to go through them without even thinking much it felt too easy!
Sorry to clutter up the comments section with this 😂 but my department is looking to buy a new type 1 ambulance and I wanted to see if the EMS community had any recommendations. We're volunteer and very rural. Avg. Transport time is 1 1/2- 2 hours. We definitely need 4-WD too😂
ithink thereforeiam Braun and Horton both make great Ambulances. We have an F550 4x4 with a Horton box. We like it quite a bit. Do yourself all a favor and look into Liquid spring suspension , it is definitely a great investment.
When they ask medical scenario questions do they want the textbook answer or is critical thinking ok in that case? (Like if the scenario requires a tourniquet application should I say 2-3 inches above the wound, or is "high and tight" usually acceptable?)
They want to see that you actually understand what you are talking about. In your example, if you were to say I would Place it 2-3 inches above the wound unless I can’t immediately identify the source of bleeding in which case I will apply it high and tight. You would be good.
I have been contemplating signing up for courses to become a Paramedic. But... I have been looking online for schools and I'm not sure which is the best. How do I know the one I pic is going to have the best course/instructors?!? 25yo never been to college just went to the army after high school so idk wtf I'm doing 🤣😂🤣
Decide what kind of learner you are first then go from there. I'm a self starter with many years of EMS experience so I picked a majority online program but if that's not you focus on programs that have lots a classroom and instructor time. Then ask your local guys, I asked almost every paramedic in my department where they went. I narrowed down the top two everyone suggested and ended up picking the one that fit my learning style above. Side note I also never went to college so the it was intimidating but you'll fall into it quick.
You need more than a pulse? I didn't know this was a competitive market. I'm joking, but sort of serious. Here in NY if you have an EMT card you're basically hired; Paramedic card is pretty much a sure thing. I'd love to work in a State where there's enough providers to be selective who gets hired. Honestly, at first I thought this video was going to be a spoof/fake/funny.
Eh... the suit advice isn't really it. For a fire department? Sure. Because their PAT is given at a different time than the interview. But these days they have limited time for the interview, knowledge test and PAT, they don't want to wait for you to change and you don't want to do that PAT in a suit.
@@PrepMedic that's what they pay. I'm actually a volunteer I do this as a service to my community I have a career and I'd much rather serve for free as a firefighter than work for a company like AMR. Any other questions? Fast food joints pay more than most ambulance companies it's a shame there should be no defense for that.
@@dantemontalvo8709 Yeah but AMR is just one EMS company. There are thousands of good paying EMS only jobs that pay well. I agree with you that we end up shooting ourselves in the foot because we actually compete to make minimum wage instead of not accepting that level of pay.
Good to know! I haven’t seen a ton of well done multi page resumes and more often then not I find them poorly organized and needlessly wordy. I also think there is a big difference between a 20 year old resume and a 35+ year old as far as who actually needs two pages
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Lol In my area it goes something like “you’re a warm body with a emt license? Fuck yeah you can start today 12 an hour”
12 an hour fucking a
you know this should be taught in high school....great video...
The timing on this video is perfect, I have an interview soon to study paramedic science, so thanks for all the info, especially on the questions!
Amazing information Sam!. All very accurate. Wish i heard this 5 years ago. I interviewed 12 times before i got my dream firefighter/paramedic job.
This is good for the younger candidates to listen too, I am amazed at how unprepared candidates are for the interview process. They have the knowledge we are looking for, but we find that unprepared candidates fail to shine through communication.
Awesome vid love your channel keep up the good work. I’m only 11 yo but I hope to be a paramedic in the future and you are a great inspiration thank you
I got a body armor ad from safelifedefense with Prep Medic in it
I have a skills test/Oral exam/ interview next week for an EMT position and this has definitely helped me prepare!
How did it end up going?
Great tips, Sam. Can you do a video detailing your recommendations for a BLS and an ALS kit? There is an event medic company in my area that requires you to bring your own kit. Would love to hear your recommendations. Thanks. Keep up the great videos.
looking sharp in that shirt my guy!
This is nice to know... I start my certification course this summer so it's nice to know in advance how to interview.
Totally agree with the suit and tie thing. Went in for my interview full suit and tie and they said I was the 3rd person out of 150 people to show up like that and was very impressed. (Got the position!!)
No one has not gotten a job because they over dressed for the interview.
what should a girl wear? a pants suit and heels? or should i do the skirt thing?
Thanks for this video it helped me with my interview and I ended up getting the job
Thanks for not putting ads on your videos:)
1:33. My companies motto. Meat in the seat. Do you have a license and a pulse?
Fantastic, thank you
Man you’re a saint I have an interview in to weeks for my EMR!
I hope it went well.
Erica Harildstad thanks it did got the job! 😊
Good to hear Jacob. Congratulations!
its been 2 years how was your job
@@boogiemanplays6853 it’s going really good! I am currently back in school upgrading and just finished a course to be a first aid and BLS instructor for work!
Thank you for this video.
Great advice man!
This was SO helpful
Thanks big brother!
Thank you for this video
Thank you for this
Hey Sam. Thanks for your awesome videos, they are very inspiring for all career paths in emergency medical care. As an athletic trainer, I was curious if you had any stories of past experiences with us or maybe talk about joint medical personnel collaboration when 2 branches of 1st responders (EMTs and ATs) work together for a patient. Thanks! Have a blessed day. Stay Safe!
Bring copies of all your certs with you to leave with them?
Any tips for interviewing for a rotor service? I’m interviewing for my first time on a rotor service next week. I’m on a fixed wing CCT now but I’ve never interviewed for a rotor service
Do you think you could do a video covering ways to remember SAMPLE DCAP-BTLS and the other acronyms for the first responder/ems studying this is pretty difficult for me and my class
I'm wrapping up my school and I had the hardest time with this that I did was type them out or write them down and then I would ask myself them 5 or 6 times a day put them on your phone or one in the car one in room one in kitchen and anytime you pass one of them say them in your head then start doing it with out the list and check if you got it so write them out and compare
Best way for me is to flashcard it and just keep making yourself memorize it through testing ex: just finished eating or any other random time just write it down.
for dcap-btls its actully rlly easy and i didnt realize it until my teacher asked us about it. Just remember its TRAUMA! so when you think of trama what somthing that starts with D? Deformity. C? Contusion. A Avulsion. P? Penetration. B? Burn.. and so on.
For sample all i did was wright it out with the full word next to each letter. I started with just SA. i said them outloud, put down my paper, then said them again. I did this till i could get down the full thing.
All of the acronyms are really easy once you get them down. It took me a second to associate an actual meaning behind the words though cuz my brain thinks weird but i just did my phsycomotor a few days ago and in the scenerio i was able to go through them without even thinking much it felt too easy!
Would you say there is any differences for volunteer agencies (skills not included) process and/or expectations?
How would you answer the experience questions if this is your 1st EMT job?
How to deal with the corona virus deep dive prevention please!!!!
Clean background!
Sorry to clutter up the comments section with this 😂 but my department is looking to buy a new type 1 ambulance and I wanted to see if the EMS community had any recommendations. We're volunteer and very rural. Avg. Transport time is 1 1/2- 2 hours. We definitely need 4-WD too😂
ithink thereforeiam Braun and Horton both make great Ambulances. We have an F550 4x4 with a Horton box. We like it quite a bit. Do yourself all a favor and look into Liquid spring suspension , it is definitely a great investment.
When they ask medical scenario questions do they want the textbook answer or is critical thinking ok in that case? (Like if the scenario requires a tourniquet application should I say 2-3 inches above the wound, or is "high and tight" usually acceptable?)
They want to see that you actually understand what you are talking about. In your example, if you were to say I would Place it 2-3 inches above the wound unless I can’t immediately identify the source of bleeding in which case I will apply it high and tight. You would be good.
@@PrepMedic thanks!
@@PrepMedic Is there any chance foreign people get job in US ,I am from india . And plz explain the process
You must work in a state that pays well.
How I got my first EMS job.
I had to know someone.
What should I wear to a job interview if I am female? I assume dress pants and a nice shirt?
What if I’ve never had a job and don’t have examples of how I’ve done those things in the past
I have been contemplating signing up for courses to become a Paramedic. But... I have been looking online for schools and I'm not sure which is the best. How do I know the one I pic is going to have the best course/instructors?!? 25yo never been to college just went to the army after high school so idk wtf I'm doing 🤣😂🤣
Chris Scott don’t do an online paramedic program. I am halfway through my paramedic program, and all I can say is having it online would be terrible.
Decide what kind of learner you are first then go from there. I'm a self starter with many years of EMS experience so I picked a majority online program but if that's not you focus on programs that have lots a classroom and instructor time. Then ask your local guys, I asked almost every paramedic in my department where they went. I narrowed down the top two everyone suggested and ended up picking the one that fit my learning style above. Side note I also never went to college so the it was intimidating but you'll fall into it quick.
I got my paramedic school entry interview tomamrow !
Nice dark batman lighting. Sam was born in the dark. Fun fact
What to wear if you’re a female?? And for the athletic part, is leggings and baggy tshirt okay??
Reminds me of a SOM board in the military haha
What about the advice on attire for women going into the field.
I don’t really know what you mean by this. You wear a uniform just like everyone else.
😯💎When you save ppl they look at you like a Angel of Beauty,Wow🙃❤
Hehehe, not always 😂 some people who need saving aren't always happy to be saved 😂
SC in order for certification you must be national certified and criminal background check
Hey..great stuff. U said u guys hiring..got a link for the job website...hook your boy up :)
You need more than a pulse? I didn't know this was a competitive market. I'm joking, but sort of serious. Here in NY if you have an EMT card you're basically hired; Paramedic card is pretty much a sure thing. I'd love to work in a State where there's enough providers to be selective who gets hired. Honestly, at first I thought this video was going to be a spoof/fake/funny.
Eh... the suit advice isn't really it. For a fire department? Sure. Because their PAT is given at a different time than the interview. But these days they have limited time for the interview, knowledge test and PAT, they don't want to wait for you to change and you don't want to do that PAT in a suit.
All this for minimum wage lol suit and tie?
Why are you applying to a minimum wage EMS job is the real question.
@@PrepMedic that's what they pay. I'm actually a volunteer I do this as a service to my community I have a career and I'd much rather serve for free as a firefighter than work for a company like AMR. Any other questions? Fast food joints pay more than most ambulance companies it's a shame there should be no defense for that.
@@dantemontalvo8709 Yeah but AMR is just one EMS company. There are thousands of good paying EMS only jobs that pay well. I agree with you that we end up shooting ourselves in the foot because we actually compete to make minimum wage instead of not accepting that level of pay.
2023 Purdue university teaching 1 page resumes are outdated. They teach it is acceptable to have more than 1 page. Just information.
Good to know! I haven’t seen a ton of well done multi page resumes and more often then not I find them poorly organized and needlessly wordy. I also think there is a big difference between a 20 year old resume and a 35+ year old as far as who actually needs two pages
@@PrepMedic the school will help you put it together. Message me with a email if you want I can send you mine just to see it.
Yes I am 47yo mine got lengthy haha