EMT Turned ER Technician 🚑🩸 My good pal Nick is here from the ER to talk about his role as an Emergency Department Technician. He started his career as an EMT, working on ambulances and responding to medical emergencies in the field, from car accidents to cardiac arrests, often being the first medical professional patients would see. After years on the road, Nick decided to move into the hospital setting for a pay increase, better scheduling, and a more stable work environment. Now, instead of