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Emergency Medical Technicians In Demand

General Information

Description

Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.

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Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

  1. Private, for profit60.22%
  2. State and local government23.37%
  3. Private, not for profit14.54%
  4. Federal government1.18%
  5. Self-employed0.66%

Industry areas

  • Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

Job Outlook

Projected Job Growth (2022 - 2032)
+5%
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Job Outlook

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Overall employment of EMTs and paramedics is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 18,100 openings for EMTs and paramedics are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

Salary Information

Median Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.

$36,680

Median Military Salary Military pay may be higher based on specialty pays or bonuses. Learn more about Military benefits.

$80,520

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State-by-state Salary

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Salary Range Salary varies based on years of experience, degree level and location.

$20,820
$50,870
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