The Perfect EMT
Who is it that you call when you have chest pain that feels like a truck is sitting on your chest or when a loved one has collapsed unexpectedly? When you witness or are involved in a major auto accident, what kind of people do you really want to respond? In most cases you would dial 911 and request help. You would want the best the Fire/EMS service has to offer in the area for you or your loved one. You would want the perfect EMT! However, who is this perfect EMT? What qualities do you want this perfect EMT to possess and demonstrate?
The first quality of course would be professionalism. However, what qualities comprise professionalism for an EMT? Professionalism for the perfect EMT would consist of the following qualities; professional appearance, respectful manner, calm demeanor, leadership, and task oriented. The EMT would demonstrate these skills by being confident and controlled in conversation, a person who listens to others yet able to show a level of empathy appropriate for the situation. …
