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There were approximately 230,000 working in the field in 2010, with an estimated increase of 70,000 in the next decade. In terms of how many are actually registered (or licensed), the numbers are hard to come by. In 2003, there were close to 670,000 registered EMTs, but obviously they were not all working in the field.
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∙ 12y agoThere are approximately 27,000 board certified emergency medicine physicians in the US. The total number of physicians in the US is approximately 600,000.
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Are they hiring paramedics?
Yes, many ambulance services have vacancies for paramedics, EMTs and Critical Care Paramedics. Paramedics have a pivotal role to play in the ambulance service and will always be needed.
What are the guys in the ambulance called?
* Paramedics are the main personnel in an ambulance. * EMTs or Emergency Medical Technicians.
Can you use emt for 13200 volt service?
Generally speaking, EMTs do not operate defibrillators: paramedics do.
Choosing first aid as a job?
I think that you mean Emergency Medical Service (EMS). It's basically first aid because you are the first medical treatment at a scene. It includes EMTs and Paramedics. The first aid stations at football games and such are usually EMTs or Paramedics that are volunteering.
Are paramedics required by law to report an illegal substance if unrelated to a call they are on?
Yes, EMTs and Paramedics are 'mandatory reporters' of any illegal activity they may see even if it is not related to the call they are on.
What certification and training do you need to become an Emergency Medical Technician in the state of Florida?
Florida has two levels of certification for prehospital providers: EMT-Basic and EMT-Paramedic. Florida has over 49,000 certified EMTs and Paramedics. There are currently over 150 state approved initial training programs for individuals desiring to become certified as EMTs and Paramedics in the state of Florida.
Who helps in a disaster?
Police, paramedics, firefighters/EMTs, volunteers, the military, the Red Cross, and about a thousand other agencies and relief organizations that I don't have time to list right now.
What does a Paramedics do?
Nature of the WorkPeople's lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics. Incidents as varied as automobile accidents, heart attacks, slips and falls, childbirth, and gunshot wounds all require immediate medical attention. EMTs and paramedics provide this vital service as they care for and transport the sick or injured to a medical facility. In an emergency, EMTs and paramedics are typically dispatched by a 911 operator to the scene, where they often work with police and fire fighters. (Police and detectives and firefighting occupations are discussed elsewhere in the Handbook.) Once they arrive, EMTs and paramedics assess the nature of the patient's condition while trying to determine whether the patient has any pre-existing medical conditions. Following medical protocols and guidelines, they provide appropriate emergency care and, when necessary, transport the patient. Some paramedics are trained to treat patients with minor injuries on the scene of an accident or they may treat them at their home without transporting them to a medical facility. Emergency treatment is carried out under the medical direction of physicians. EMTs and paramedics may use special equipment, such as backboards, to immobilize patients before placing them on stretchers and securing them in the ambulance for transport to a medical facility. These workers generally work in teams. During the transport of a patient, one EMT or paramedic drives while the other monitors the patient's vital signs and gives additional care as needed. Some paramedics work as part of a helicopter's flight crew to transport critically ill or injured patients to hospital trauma centers. At the medical facility, EMTs and paramedics help transfer patients to the emergency department, report their observations and actions to emergency department staff, and may provide additional emergency treatment. After each run, EMTs and paramedics replace used supplies and check equipment. If a transported patient had a contagious disease, EMTs and paramedics decontaminate the interior of the ambulance and report cases to the proper authorities. EMTs and paramedics also provide transportation for patients from one medical facility to another, particularly if they work for private ambulance services. Patients often need to be transferred to a hospital that specializes in their injury or illness or to a nursing home. Beyond these general duties, the specific responsibilities of EMTs and paramedics depend on their level of qualification and training. The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certifies emergency medical service providers at five levels: First Responder; EMT-Basic; EMT-Intermediate, which has two levels called 1985 and 1999; and Paramedic. Some States, however, have their own certification programs and use distinct names and titles. The EMT-Basic represents the first component of the emergency medical technician system. An EMT trained at this level is prepared to care for patients at the scene of an accident and while transporting patients by ambulance to the hospital under medical direction. The EMT-Basic has the emergency skills to assess a patient's condition and manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. The EMT-Intermediate has more advanced training. However, the specific tasks that those certified at this level are allowed to perform varies greatly from State to State. EMT-Paramedics provide the most extensive pre-hospital care. In addition to carrying out the procedures of the other levels, paramedics may administer drugs orally and intravenously, interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs), perform endotracheal intubations, and use monitors and other complex equipment. However, like EMT-Intermediate, what paramedics are permitted to do varies by State. Work environment. EMTs and paramedics work both indoors and out, in all types of weather. They are required to do considerable kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. These workers risk noise-induced hearing loss from sirens and back injuries from lifting patients. In addition, EMTs and paramedics may be exposed to diseases such as hepatitis-B and AIDS, as well as violence from mentally unstable patients. The work is not only physically strenuous but can be stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients. Nonetheless, many people find the work exciting and challenging and enjoy the opportunity to help others. EMTs and paramedics employed by fire departments work about 50 hours a week. Those employed by hospitals frequently work between 45 and 60 hours a week, and those in private ambulance services, between 45 and 50 hours. Some of these workers, especially those in police and fire departments, are on call for extended periods. Because emergency services function 24 hours a day, EMTs and paramedics have irregular working hours. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below.
Does having a felony affect emt certification?
Yes, it probably will. EMTs and paramedics have direct contact with patients, many of whom are vulnerable. Additionally, EMTs work mostly for public safety districts, hospitals, fire departments, and private ambulance companies. But the private ambulance companies are heavily regulated because they are dispatched onto a public service situation, such as somebody's home or an accident scene.
Who draws blood samples from patients?
medical laboratory scientists, medical practitioners, some EMTs, paramedics, phlebotomists and other nursing staff are able to draw blood from patients.
Who is more trained EMT- Paramedic- firefighter?
This completely depends on the Fire Department. A lot of Fire Departments in the United States require that their firefighters are EMT-Paramedics. While some only require First Responder training. Some Fire Departments also have ambulances staffed by EMTs and Paramedics that can transport patients to the hospital.
How much does a ems earn?
Earnings of EMTs and paramedics depend on the employment setting and geographic location of their jobs, as well as their training and experience. Median annual earnings of EMTs and paramedics were $27,070 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $21,290 and $35,210. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $17,300, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $45,280. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of EMTs and paramedics in May 2006 were $23,250 in general medical and surgical hospitals and $20,350 in ambulance services. Those in emergency medical services who are part of fire or police departments typically receive the same benefits as firefighters or police officers. For example, many are covered by pension plans that provide retirement at half pay after 20 or 25 years of service or if the worker is disabled in the line of duty. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos101.htm
