Career Profile Emergency Medical Technicians Education Some college, no degree This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $34,100 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities. General Information Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities. Excludes Paramedics (29-2043), Firefighters (33-2011), and Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians (53-3011). Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Emergency Medical Technicians Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 34 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 34 openings per year are projected for Emergency Medical Technicians. +13.6% Employment Change Employment for Emergency Medical Technicians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 13.6% between 2023 and 2028. $16.41 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $16.41/hour. Entry level workers are paid $13.69, while experienced workers are paid $20.34. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 299 Emergency Medical Technicians in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 340. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Emergency Medical Technicians are Other Ambulatory Health Care Services, General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, and Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Emergency Medical Technicians include Customer and Personal Service, Medicine and Dentistry, and Public Safety and Security. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Emergency Medical Technicians is Some college, no degree. 29% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
