5 reasons why Paramedicine sucks

5 pros about Paramedicine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3XFoIp4g76FZ9U

[@sarahnassar9153]

The interesting thing is how medical drama and movies making this job looks amazing and easy they don't show you the dark side of it.

[@itsbandage]

Some of them don't that's true

[@xstreampunk242]

Dark side. Sore back

[@ipp9691]

I think if you go for example to war places you will get that action movie life you want, but it will be horrible emotionally

[@CrackerBarrelkid555]

@@ipp9691 some people like it

[@dropexpectations12]

That's how it is in nursing too. Health care is really something you have to be working in to truly understand. Movies and shows are terrible at showing reality,

[@alana6684]

Thanks for this video -- I'm starting an EMT course in a few weeks and every single person I've told has nothing but cautioned me. I have continued to try and find other opinions and honestly your closing remark helped me to find confidence in how I feel about it. I still don't know why I'm so attracted to this job even after everything I've heard about it, but I feel so incredibly strongly it's the exact job I want and need. Maybe I never will know or be able to say why, and that's completely okay too.

[@natejackson8491]

Been in EMS 20 years, in a high call volume system and I still love it. Most people have unrealistic expectations about the job. Don’t listen to the nay sayers

[@doinithard79]

Its probably your calling. You feel strong about it because u probably have a natural instinct to help. Its not 4 everyone. You sound like me.. u just want to get out there and do it!! Let this video push u to your dreams... it is 4 me

[@sajant1655]

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[@vickie305]

How’s it going for you?

[@mikaelachamlee5332]

I feel so much the same!

[@sammyk707]

I’m still 100% going to become a paramedic haha

[@itsbandage]

I’m so glad

[@e2dd459]

That's because you are dumb

[@sammyk707]

@@e2dd459 Sorry to break to to you but you do need a head on your shoulders and a strong backbone, I’m sorry you feel that way 😂😂😂

[@Murph.415]

@@e2dd459 shut up

[@sarahnismithh]

@@e2dd459 stfu

[@Driftingsushi]

for anyone who watched this video. It really depends on who you are and how you perceive the meaning of being a paramedic. It's not as interesting as in the movies, but it's more rewarding. I can honestly tell you the first time you see traumatizing shit your perspective on life will completely change and you will not want to ever talk about it ever again. Ive worked as an EMT for about a year now give or take a month or two. Shit sucks at the start, but it's so nerve wracking that you get over it. My best advice is to remember why you did the job in the beginning and remember the people you saved. Life sucks at times especially when you lose someone... words can't explain how fuckn hurtful it is. But, I would have rather been there trying my very fuckn best than not being there at all. It's what we trained to do, all of our experiences and studying was to help the diabetic who forgot to take their insulin and the person involved in a TC. It's a very rewarding job and if you're in a relationship, setup a timed vent with your s/o so that you dont keep it bottled in. Burnout is real but it goes away.

[@CJSteib]

Awesome comment thank you

[@karladaletramos2291]

No breathing= ventilation No pulse= chest compressions

[@itsbandage]

It’s recommended for the public to start CPR without checking for pulse research has shown that checking for pulse takes so much time and delays chest compressions. Plus if someone isn’t breathing after few minutes they’re gonna lose their pulse anyways. if you wanna read more about it check this out www.verywellhealth.com/hands-only-cpr-no-pulse-check-needed-3971057 This is a video I made about the same topic kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJPViWZ3qt-qfNE Hope this clarified things.

[@charitymitchell7174]

Im glad he is being honest, but at the same time I think most people by the time they finish even just Emt class they realize all these things. You just need to make the choice is this worth it to me. Some people need schedule and don't do well in this field and that's fine. But he is honest and I applaud that

[@natejackson8491]

Glad to hear your closing statements. Somewhere along the way Paramedics and EMTs got all mixed up. It’s not a hero job, it’s a service job and it’s an honor to help people when they’re sick or injured. If you go into the job looking for what you can get out of it, you’re going to be sorely disappointed. Go into the job thinking about what you could do for others, whether they deserve it or not, and you’ll be much happier.

[@superdoubleyou6940]

Thats literally with any medical profession

[@natejackson8491]

@@superdoubleyou6940 very true. Unfortunately, as obvious as it may “literally” seem, too few EMS professionals get it

[@superdoubleyou6940]

@@natejackson8491 I get it, Im a medic on the street and I work on the clinical side, and im also an instructor to a lesser degree (part time), if you're getting into any health profession mainly because of what you think you can gain out of it, without seeing the bigger picture, you're toxic and more than likely be a shitty provider. RNs are the same way man. And I've noticed that with many branches in healthcare, from CNAs, lab techs, nurses, EMT/Medics, medical assistants, doctors, instructors, etc... Its flooding our field.

[@natejackson8491]

@@superdoubleyou6940 yup, I’ve worked in EMS 20+ years

[@HippieJoe]

I went through my EMT-B training and passed the National Registry a few years back. I worked as an AEMT for like 5 months before finally leaving for multiple reasons. The people you work with can make or break the entire experience. Also, pay that isn't even enough to survive is a major factor and the financial stress plus all the PTSD associated with seeing a lot of suffering. Idk, you really have to bend over back for the state and really love saving lives to be able to commit to such a job. I do commend for those who continue doing it despite all the negatives associated with the job.

[@Mr.Uninteresting]

I love that you were real about the job. I had to decisions on what path to take, to drive truck or be a paramedic and I decided to drive truck as the barrier to entry was lower and I enjoy it, but see myself saving for college to be a paramedic in a few years.

[@BluOrangeJuice]

Awesome editing.. smooth transitions.. music was at a good level.. and the laughs were there. Instant sub!! Cheers bro!

[@itsbandage]

Really glad u liked it ❤️

[@val_gram]

You did actually blow my mind when you said 20-30% of your job is adrenaline.. here in Europe you do some "real stuff" once a month..

[@erinlashley1612]

When he said you havent pooped in 3 weeks ok 🤣🤣🤣 im tryin to breath

[@groundofbeing9733]

Its from Fire department chronicles. Check it out great channel

[@amypeall7691]

In the uk we have breaks every shift

[@TheKwil]

I been Cheffing 15 years now and want to pursue this, to be honest these cons sound like nothing but pro's for me. cheers

[@jess_lvjy]

What is if like not having many hours at home? id love to be a paramedic, and i could go into medical school next year but im not sure on it

[@ssjliano9971]

@@ricstolz9511 tell me about it I been an assistant manger at mcd for about two years very stressful I want to move into another career and this abs caught my attention a lot lately also moving into firefighting

[@ssjliano9971]

Has*

[@Bilbus7]

So back pain is a pro to you? You might be messed up in the head there bud...

[@amyyapp2660]

I’m a student paramedic from the UK… doing our first placement block in 3 weeks… This video has got me really looking forward to it 😂😳

[@munamahamud633]

Same 🤣🤣

[@mateusz5161]

how did it go?

[@blindgamer5794]

Basically how it feels to be a cop. 99% is dealing with trivial, non law enforcement matters. Then 1% is lights and sirens. But that 1%…

[@jasminbebe2488]

Ah so having GAD and Scoliosis with Sciatica this confirms it for me. I’d love to do it because weirdly enough I thrive on “work stress” instead of normal stress, I’m a freak I know, but I know damn well I’d suffer in this field. That would greatly effect patients. Anything in the medical field has interested me but I’ll stick to something a bit easier on my spine lol

[@elijahbriar3734]

A trick : watch series on flixzone. Been using it for watching all kinds of movies these days.

[@patrickluka8513]

@Elijah Briar Yea, have been watching on Flixzone for years myself :D

[@Cursed4lifeROBLOX]

@@elijahbriar3734 you’re gross man!

[@iamavner1]

Hey man. I love this! I work as a medic in Canada and I laughed (and cried) about everything you said because it is so fucking true. Keep up the good work!

[@wolma_hd4617]

at least you save lifes and thats the best feeling in the world, its not all about the fricking money bruh 😖😩

[@iamavner1]

@@wolma_hd4617 ya thats true. The money aspect is not a big issue where I work (Ontario, Canada). Our compensation is quite competitive here. But everything else is spot on.

[@emersondesagun]

one of the my favorite Vloger and Paramedic ☺️ i really appreciate and enjoy your videos 👍

[@itsbandage]

Thanks a lot buddy bless ya

[@emersondesagun]

Hope to have a picture with you buddy

[@Arjun1234]

it is truely a calling to be a paramedic, those who have the desire to be one, no one can convince them not to . The respect and honor that comes with the job is not something every job has.

[@TheInfantry98]

But most live at or below the poverty line

[@Arjun1234]

@@TheInfantry98 not in Canada they make like $80k a year here and more

[@mikalerow2188]

@@TheInfantry98 Paramedics in the U.S. are not below the poverty line for the most part. EMTs maybe, but not licensed paramedics.

[@superdoubleyou6940]

@@mikalerow2188 Youd be hard pressed to say that even an EMT lives below the poverty line in the US.

[@theparamedic2rnnavigator]

Spot on LOL! I was asked, "What is the WORST thing you have ever seen?" My response: "My first paycheck!"

[@TheMedic452]

I’m surprised dispatch didn’t stage for this GSW call in which your friend entered, I wonder how the call was dispatched where no staging was required before PD could secure the scene. I’ve been working as a Paramedic for the past 12 years and thankfully we always stage or approach with caution on any call.

[@dropexpectations12]

Exactly what I thought. Coming from long term care, I'm just happy for a change

[@tylerbush5939]

I have a college degree, and make very good money, but lately I've had this voice in my head telling me to become a paramedic, and I can't shake it. Looking into how to become one currently

[@Type99Arisaka]

You need a emt license first.

[@SC-hu5pz]

Same!!! Good luck to us!

[@des9200]

what do you do? if you don’t mind me asking

[@SS-iw2nq]

It's never too late! I have AA & BS degrees in Criminal Justice that I never used. Wasted 5 years of my life to get those 2 pieces of papers. 🤣 😪 I also spent 5 months in an EMT course and been an EMT for a year now. Sometimes life has you walk a different path for various reasons. Do what makes you happy. EMT's in my state are severely underpaid but I went into this profession knowing that. Best wishes with Paramedic school if you're still interested.

[@kumsal2358]

@@SS-iw2nq Hello. I am a paramedic graduate. Do you know how I can come to Canada from Turkey and become a paramedic?

[@ccsniper]

been a medic for 2.5 years. of say the drama is only 5-10% of our calls in our area.

[@itsbandage]

I agree

[@aggee10]

Thats sounds about right. And the other 90% is pysch. Lol

[@kylebrondyke9812]

@@aggee10 you work in LA? haha

[@aggee10]

@@kylebrondyke9812 no Illinois. Lol

[@Lorax-v1r]

20 years in ems... the worst part is pay isn’t great and u need to work 60-80hrs to do ok.

[@DR-fc1ey]

Funny enough where i live paramedics can make upwards of 75$ an hour.

[@zoocko121]

@@DR-fc1ey where are you located?

[@DR-fc1ey]

@@zoocko121 in canada

[@nessesque]

Dude my FIRST call as a new paramedic was an arrest that sounds very similar to yours. I was 22 years old, my partner was 21. We were in a room with a family of 7. In the moment I delivered the news that there’s nothing more we could do, I thought what the fuck am I doing. So yeah, you’re so right. There’s a difference between stressful and STRESSFUL.

[@TheInfantry98]

Thankfully I fought in OEF which enables me to function under stress as a EMT.

[@ChaoticGamer5967]

Thank you for your service

[@h3684]

In the UK the 12-14 hour shifts are the killers... 8 hours a day would be perfect.

[@coover65]

We do 12 hour shifts in Australia. More days off than doing 8 hour shifts. We tried 8 for a short time and I felt more fatigued.

[@alyssadavies2758]

I’ve tried many times to get in to the force but keep getting knocked back! I will keep trying!

[@Dana-hw8ut]

Damn I loved it even more

[@foolfunk]

Nothing but respect to you and all paramedics

[@unite9383]

yeah Ive heard that the hardest part is dealing with family members who just lost a loved one, that must be hard to deal with, but Im sure over time you get used to it , thats why it takes a special type of person for this line of work. Paramedics should get more credit than they do.

[@antonioalcala2543]

All these seem like personal reasons ik alot of people that love it and others that hate it

[@lk-hz2vi]

I Really appreciate and enjoy your vids, ❤️ keep it up

[@itsbandage]

Thanks Lotus

[@saydeesaydee2847]

I think it sounds kool most jobs have schedule issues

[@moxie5793]

i can work entire shifts off of 4 hours of sleep and can not use the bathroom for up to 14 hours. i really want to get into this field i know the pay isnt amazing and i dont have a problem with the hours because i believe this is a job i can have pride in. so, heres hopes to me becoming an emt and climbing up.

[@wolma_hd4617]

you will have pride in it trust me!

[@vickie305]

How did it go?

[@Noface678]

You quit already didn’t you lol

[@nasseralessa3738]

كلامك جميل جدا، الدكتور اول حصة له بسنة الأولى بتخصص دخل علينا و قال الكلام و احنا على بالنا انه بس يبي يخفونا من تخصص و نطلع و لكن كلامه طلع صحيح و ان شاء الله نتحدى هذا الأشياء و نتعود عليها و ننقذ حياة احد

[@janderson2064]

I'm a 20+ year paramedic. I was always told you aren't a real medic until you've pulled 5 years on a front line ALS truck.....and I've never worked shift work. In my state it's 24 hour shifts.

[@theworldbegoinup3289]

Do paramedics make good money?

[@dingleberry2227]

@@theworldbegoinup3289 no

[@jeffreyf5199]

@@theworldbegoinup3289 Depends on the state. Where I'm at starting pay is 33/hr for medics. With stipends and differentials it's easy to make over 40/hr

[@EMG2947]

Curious why you transported a dead person and entered a home where there was a GSW without police securing the scene before entry

[@IffyEdem]

Wtf! Bro I legit was a film major before I chose to now study EMS!!!

[@bjames9842]

Sounds like you chose the wrong career path. You have bathroom breaks at the hospital between calls, pack your lunch and eat while writing charts, you’re a first responder and it is dangerous, if you don’t like it then move on.

[@i7sssaa]

sounds like you didn’t watch the full video aswell.

[@madmad24680]

Telling people what the cons to a job are isn’t complaining that it’s too hard or too much for him. He’s being realistic and it’s important to have that information out there for people

[@TrackMonkey327]

Great video. Thanks.

[@smorris281]

The job doesn't suck, its just not for most people. One has to be mentally equipped. I imagine, there are those folks who say that construction work, cleaning out septic tanks, teaching middle school or crunching numbers 8 hours a day also suck. Do what you love, love what you do, and if you don't, just do something different. There are those who love EMS, and if no one chose to enter the profession, we would all be up a creek without a paddle!

[@johnpauritsch1282]

Yeah man you are definitely not kidding about that s***

[@bjorn6956]

In Holland you first have to become a nurse before becoming a paramedic and it sucks hard..

[@sizweml]

Believe me this video made me want Paramedicine more🤣. How long was your study?

[@tariq7351]

I can't decide between becoming an emergency medicine dr or q paramedic .

[@marksmadhousemetaphysicalm2938]

It’s the same for emergency medicine and emergency nursing as well…it’s mostly mundane…90% family medicine and 10% emergency medicine…and that 10% is only 1% crisis and trauma…the remaining 9% is urgent care stuff…pain or fractures or alcohol or what have you…

[@sophiebeth488]

Nothing is changing my mind, I'm studying it.

[@wolma_hd4617]

I am going to now I am in 1st class highschool and then I will make my degree then a voluntary social year at paramedics learn it and more then after one year done and when I love that year I will study it :D

[@h3684]

Poor dude sounds burnt out...

[@Solaniin]

Loves it tho 👍

[@exbarsilambi2757]

I have been being a sales executive for 7years and I feel suck after 3 years.. and the change to travelling and working.. here I did almost everything from being a farmhand, and then barista, bartender, waiter, customer service in retail, cook and chef.. nothing is last long for me.. and now.I wanted to be a paramedic.. well.. Seems like they're quite the same..

[@matthewkane502]

What do you do when the patient dies. Like where do you go and all that

[@JoeDurobot]

*Where are you based?* *It would be interesting to get a tour of your ambulance, if possible.* *Funny how medics from around the world have to deal with the same thing, long hours, underpaid, back problems etc.*

[@itsbandage]

Hey Joe I totally agree. I'm currently working in Qatar. I will try to arrange that but it will take some time.

[@JoeDurobot]

@@itsbandage *Thank you.Stay safe!* *From pictures I've found online your ambulances look like European style ambulances.* *The squares on the sides are very British like.*

[@itsbandage]

@@JoeDurobot yup they just copied the British ones 😂

[@petersullivan3467]

Do you think EMT-B school would help with LPN school?

[@owenmensen2603]

To be a medic you have to have a passion for it, it's not for some people and thats ok. But you shouldn't talk bad about it.

[@bjorn6956]

He isn't talking bad he is giving a realistic view to it

[@wolma_hd4617]

@@bjorn6956 but not everybody has the same opinions, I like his channel but not when he talks bad about it just because some stuff he doesnt like

[@StandWatie1862]

My little brother is paralyzed from the waist down because some old hag was drunk in the middle of the day and hit his ambulance flipping it on its side. He was administering an I.V on a patient when she hit him causing him to be thrown from the back to the front.

[@baderlaila8912]

Sorry to hear that. Is he okay?

[@StandWatie1862]

@@baderlaila8912 Yeah he's adjusting. Hopefully someday he'll walk again. The woman that hit him is free. She should be in jail. She had 4 prior D.W.I'S.

[@baderlaila8912]

@@StandWatie1862 she should be in jail. I'm glad he's okay buy that must be hard on him and your family. Sending love

[@StandWatie1862]

@@baderlaila8912 thanks

[@Bilbus7]

That is fucking heart breaking. Wow, good on him for continuing on.

[@alphabetabcdefghijklmnopqr1417]

I’ve seen many Australian paramedics that have been on the job for 20+ years lol

[@Zerir]

12 hours shifts is something mess up specially in a job that you must be at 120% all the time...

[@local38on-tv]

Oh cool, I still want to be a paramedic

[@Lorax-v1r]

Fixed shifts are not a thing where I am

[@every_thing_wood1251]

But there are so many careers like this. For example: construction and many others.

[@alexandralopezcortes1591]

hey ,if anyone else is searching for emt exam prep try Debuncar Medic Study Aid (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my colleague got amazing results with it.

[@JuanRG360]

Damn now I’m rethinking about it lol

[@tjtank20]

Very informative 💪🏿

[@tommydurkin213]

Idk about this guy two years and he knows a lot ok dude. Thumbs down don't need to hear what this dude says.

[@Anonymous-js7hf]

I live in the hood so I’ll definitely be getting action lol

[@kingnut6855]

2 people is not enough for a cardiac arrest call, here in my dept in California we at least have 2 fire units plus an ambulance

[@abijahdixon2771]

I could so not do that, diabetic, slow learner, weak af arms and have to pee al the time😂 I'd be able to keep the stuff upper lip and the drama I'd be fine with, though the first loss would be hard for sure..

[@305vlogz2]

I’m an EMT and I have back pain :) I’m 26!

[@joelwilcox5424]

Wtf I’m in film school rn but thinking about dropping out to do paramedicine haha

[@eric.g.]

Great 👍

[@AveryLambdinMusic]

Just signed up for paramedic school

[@Dziobothehobo]

My issue was backstabbing coworkers in the EMS field.

[@OLMmedic]

Thats all fields. Been a medic and now a RN, worked doing everything before those jobs. Back stabbing drama in all fields

[@Bilbus7]

@@OLMmedic What kind of RN job are you doing? I feel like bedside nursing would suck after coming from the truck.

[@Julie86Mac]

in my city medics work 24 hour shifts.

[@coover65]

That's insane. How can you stay awake so long? I have a hard enough time trying to calculate paediatric drug doses in my head after working 10 hours of a 12 hour shift.

[@itzwaynepower]

Keep doing what you're doing man, I really appreciate what you do-- PS You're gorgeous and I've kinda got a crush on you

[@itsbandage]

Thanks Wayne

[@thatmajestic]

Are you looking into PA school?

[@emt8756]

You have to have passion to do the job. If you don’t have it then see ya 👋.

[@911paramedic6]

I work 24s.

[@MrJukamada]

Katie Price should see this video. She thinks being a paramedic is a-may-zing.

[@wassupcutiecutie7238]

Would you recommend this job with someone with anxiety?

[@deirdreocarroll1975]

No way

[@wassupcutiecutie7238]

@@deirdreocarroll1975 challenge accepted

[@evanmacintyre2860]

Everyone in EMS already has anxiety. You'll fit right in

[@juanbargas7076]

For me personally... it helps with my anxiety. It gives me something to focus on and forces me to live in the moment.

[@Carolina-cb6hp]

@@juanbargas7076 you change my mind. Thanks.

[@coover65]

Been a paramedic in the for 25 years in Australia. Sure it has it's negative aspects but there are much worse careers and jobs. Love being an ambo.

[@ShamuAdism]

Im 42 and about to start my paramedicine degree in New Zealand soon , too old huh?

[@yoshikagekira4674]

Couldn't agree more

[@guillerme_2005]

5:12 I know it's sorta serious but I laughed lol

[@ario6327]

U change my mind man 😅

[@wolma_hd4617]

then you are not made for the job

[@victorkyalo1310]

Dude at the end was like "paramedicine sucks I dont know why I chose this profession". Then changes and says "actually paramedicine is one of the best decisions I have ever made I love this profession". So do you love it or not?

[@clap5]

Paramedics should be able to carry weapons on duty. Or have a specialized unit of paramedics that have training on weapons and tactics if they have to going into non permissive or hostile environments. The Air Force has Pararescue and have to know how to save lives and be willing to take lives if the situation dictates it.

[@John-dv1uy]

Idk but US paramedic pay is terrible. If a job is stressful but the pay is good, I’ll happily do it. But if I’m doing so much stuff and get paid so little hell nah

[@ChaoticGamer5967]

I seriously hate those people who try to be emts are like "I work too long, I need more brakes, I need better pay" which dont get me wrong.. It's all true, but in the beginning of signing up to be what you wanted to be, they should've known what they were getting themself into. Like come **on** man.. I'm going to be a paramedic and will be fully aware of what I'll go through. I've wrestled for 3 years and managed to keep my calm under a lot of physical and mental preassure just for my career. So ye :]

[@sheikhdara5766]

You should love this job to this cous be easy for you I'm paramedic in iran we have 12 ours shift Our salary in a month is just 205 dollars Can you believe it we work just for 205 f...... Dollars All the ambulance is out of service You are in switzerland your salary is between 7,000 or 10,000 dollars for one month love your job because you earn much money 😁😁😂

[@grumpymedik]

I was a PCP for 40 years, People have asked me if i had it all to do over again would i do it, HELL NO, for all the BS and Crap you have to go through not only with calls but with colleagues and employer, fighting with dispatch to try and convince them that they actually DON"T have the big picture, disgraceful wages and benefits, extremely poor working conditions, I would rather flip hamburgers. If you are just looking for a career, then find something else, it truly is not worth dedicating your life to do this just for people to type "we respect what you do" rather than fight for you when you need them to get their support when you are in a labor dispute with your employer for decent working conditions, F#@k that, find something much more rewarding where you don't get SHI* on from every angle..... LITERALLY. I guess my name says it all IMPO

[@doinithard79]

All the crazy "bad" stuff hes saying is exactly why I WANT to do it!!!

[@MrLunchpale]

if these are things you dont like....sounds like its not the job for you

[@Cats.Hammers.]

Haven't had a call for three to four hours!??! Definitely US and not UK. Paid for medicine through insurance, up front costs etc and UK 'free'.

[@josamsofilm4528]

I wish I would of did something else

[@Stewy562]

Had us in the first half.. not gunna lie.

[@Ella-rw9oc]

Did you do chemistry in high school

[@itsbandage]

Unfortunately yes

[@kruzzen7150]

There is a video in your ads

[@SteamingPotProductions]

Meanwhile, I'm doing my accounting job, crying over a "not responding" excel file. My job is so boring.

[@bornjuly2133]

I am in love with my paramedic right now, it was like being kissed by a prince. But I don't know his name or where he is based, anyway I wouldn't let him take me to the hospital

[@tonytherussianlol9299]

Just had a team lead cardiac arrest PEA ACLS lol and pt died and the station im at has a tradition to smoke a cigarette after every cardiac arrest 😂😂