It’s the 50th anniversary of EMS Recognition Week with the theme “Honoring Our Patient. Forging Our Future” and these workers are constantly assisting in pre-hospital care for those with sudden injuries or illnesses.
Paramedic Fast Facts
What is a EMT/paramedic and what do they do?
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and paramedics “work at the scene of medical emergencies, major traffic and other accidents, and natural and man-made disasters where there is exposure to hazardous situations and emotionally traumatic events.” Source: Baltimore City Community College
Education Requirements & Skills
Median Starting Salary & Benefits in Maryland
Future Career Pathways:
“I just celebrated my 21st year. I started out as an EMT while with Frederick County riding in the ambulance. And then I came over and decided to be a medical technician in the emergency room and transferred to urgent care,” said Amy, a practice manager managing the urgent care’s primary care and student health services at Frederick Health.
“I just wanted to help our community, help the patients, and ensure that everybody got the care they needed,” said Amy.