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Also known as: Critical Care Paramedic, ED Paramedic (Emergency Department Paramedic), EMT Paramedic (Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic), ER Paramedic (Emergency Room Paramedic)
You clock in, grabbing your morning coffee, and head straight for Ambulance 5. Your partner, Maya, is already checking the Stryker cot and Lifepak. You meticulously go through your meds box, IV kits, and airways, ensuring everything is present and in date. Maya jokes about yesterday's bizarre squirrel rescue call during handover from the outgoing crew. You both sign off, feeling the hum of anticipation for the unpredictable shift ahead, putting on your uniform, ready for whatever the city throws at you.
Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.
O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: grows rapidly over the next decade.
+5.7%
US average: +3.5%
4,300
per year (US)
102,200
in 2025 → 108,000 (2035)
Postsecondary nondegree award
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The demand for paramedics is strong, with about 4,300 job openings expected each year through 2035. Employment in this field is projected to grow by 5.7%, which is considered rapid growth, with a median annual wage of $60,600. With experience, you can advance to roles like lead paramedic or supervisor in emergency medical services.
Career ladder
Often before this role
Where it can lead
$60,600
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Bachelor • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 4 years
Pre-Physician Assistant
Bachelor • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 4 years
Physician Associate/Assistant
Bachelor • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 4 years
Pre-Nursing Studies
Bachelor • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 4 years
Medical Assistance
Vocational • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 2 years
Healthcare Assistance
Vocational • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 1 year