Meet-A-Medic: Walt Finch, Clinical Specialist, SpecOps — Rescue

I’ve been a Paramedic in Austin for 13 years and spent most of that time in Rescue. I’m married with 4 kids, and own a gym with my wife. I enjoy weightlifting, working on cars, sailing and doing just about anything in the water!

Where are you from originally and what brought you to Austin?
I was born in Argentina and decided to move to Austin to be a Paramedic.

What inspired you to become a medic/What attracted you to this career choice?
I was going to medic school to be a fire fighter, but once I started ride-outs I found that I really enjoy the medicine.

How long have you been with ATCEMS and what motivated you to work here?
I’ve been here for 13 years. The opportunity to work with the best and the Special Operations team brought and kept me here.

What is your favorite part about working here at ATCEMS?
The people and Spec Ops.

If you had guests visiting Austin for the weekend, where is the first place you would take them?
The green belt

What is your favorite taco joint in town?
THE Taco Joint

What do you do on your days to relax and unwind?
I like to workout, cook, spend time with family, and sail.

What is the next place you would like to visit? Why?
Hawaii- for the surf and beaches.

Word of advice for an aspiring medic?
Everything is gonna be alright. 😉

Interested in a career with ATCEMS? Contact our Recruiting team at EMSRecruiting@austintexas.gov or give us a call at 512–974–1098. You can find dates for the hiring process elements here.

Follow us on all social media channels, and don’t forget to fill out a connect profile!

This publication features ATCEMS work culture and the lives of our medics. *Readings from other publications posted to Medium do not necessarily reflect the views or position of Austin-Travis County EMS, the City of Austin, or Travis County*