In this line of work, passion isn’t just something I talk about — it’s who I am every time I clock in.

EMS isn’t a job you take lightly, and it sure isn’t something you can fake. You have to care deep down, even on the hard days, even when you’re running on empty.
I’ve always believed that being a good provider is more than knowing the skills or checking boxes on a report. It’s about showing up for people on the worst day of their lives and giving them the best version of yourself. It’s listening when they’re scared, calming a family member who’s shaking, or being that steady voice when everything feels chaotic.
We don’t do this for recognition. We don’t do it for titles. We do it because we care — because I know what it feels like to want to make a difference, to want to leave someone better than you found them. My passion for this career comes from knowing that every call, big or small, is a chance to impact someone’s life in a way they’ll never forget.
I’m far from perfect, but I show up with heart. I show up with intention. I show up because it’s what I’m called to do — to serve, to help, and to be the kind of provider who treats every patient like they matter… because they do.
This career has shaped me, pushed me, humbled me, and made me stronger. And no matter how tough it gets, my passion and my care for people will always guide me. That’s what keeps me going, and that’s what keeps me proud to wear this uniform.

Michael Wright