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Top 10 Best EMT Knives and Rescue Tools

EMT Training Station

A proper EMT knife is much more than a blade with a star of life on it. Rescue tools help a first responder gain quick access or assess a patient during trauma or medical emergencies. A proper EMT knife is also a rescue tool. A rescue tool/EMT knife should fill either 1 critical role or multiple roles.

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Exactly What Is It That an EMT Does?

NCOAE

Regardless of the frequency with which you see them, you may be wondering — what exactly does an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) do? EMTs are not just “ambulance drivers,” although that’s certainly a critical part of their occupation. For EMTs and patients, an ambulance is more than transportation to the hospital.

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EMT Spotlight: Stephanie Santiago, FTO

On Time Medical Transportation

This week, we caught up with Stephanie Santiago, an EMT and Field Training Officer to talk about working as an AVO while in EMT school, helping people during some of their hardest times, and learning from others along the way.

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EMT Spotlight: Elizabeth Gray, Field Training Officer

On Time Medical Transportation

Elizabeth sheds light on becoming an EMT, training new employees, staying safe during a pandemic, and learning from talented people around you.

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EMT Spotlight: Field Supervisor Dayle Gibson

On Time Medical Transportation

Starting as an EMT with the company in 2019, Dayle has held the roles of EMT Mentor, Field Training Officer, and now Field Supervisor. Dayle Gibson is a Field Supervisor at On Time Ambulance. We caught up with Dayle to ask about what motivates her, the unique learning experiences in EMS, and what it takes to succeed in the field.

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Advice for People Interested in EMS & New EMTs (Best Responses)

On Time Medical Transportation

Over the past couple years, we’ve been doing what we call EMT Spotlights, showcasing individual stories here on our website and asking members of the On Time team a variety of questions about their work. One of our favorites is, “ Do you have any advice for new EMTs, or for people thinking about getting into this li ne of work?

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You in Motion: EMT Jasmine Anaya

On Time Medical Transportation

We chatted with Jasmine to learn more about her journey from Ambulance Vehicle Operator (AVO) to EMT, why her EMS aspirations, and her experience so far.

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