HeloTeacher:
You're absolutely right. I was speaking in general terms for CoJo's. I worked EMS in the early 90's in T-Bay and The Island.
I agree with your assessment of ex-military being suited to the Ambulance operation, but I would suggest that a strong backround in bush operations makes the transition to EMS equally as easy, i.e. tight scene calls, confined areas etc.
Cheers, OffshoreIgor
PS What Base are you on? It's probably not as warm as Manila!