As Emergency Medical Services practitioners were celebrated last week, Whitesville EMS Paramedic Terry Vermillion approaches 36 years in the business.
“You are reminded of how long you’ve worked at a career when someone reminds you of a call you were on 30 years ago,” he said, laughing. “It may take me a while to think about it, but I can usually remember at some point. There has just been so many calls, you know?”
Vermillion, 63, isn’t an imposing figure physically, but it is clear that he keeps himself in good shape as he knows the demands of the trade. “I do my best to stay in shape and I’ve been real lucky with my health, knock on wood,” he said. “I feel good and I’ll work as long as I’m able, but I think I’ll know when I’m done — but that day isn’t here yet.”