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
- A certificate
- Some college
- A high school diploma or less
- An Associate degree
- A Bachelor’s degree
Hard skills include:
- Emergency Medical Services
- Ambulances
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Patient Transport
- Medical Equipment
- Emergency Medicine
- Electrocardiography
- Medical Assistance
Soft skills include:
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Good Driving Record
- Professionalism
- Lifting Ability
- Confidentiality
Median Starting Salary & Benefits in Maryland
$48,413 Median Salary
New workers start around $38,705. Normal pay is $48,413 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to $77,576. Source: Montgomery College
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.
Challenging Yet Rewarding:
With about 20 years of experience in fire and EMS, Eric was looking for a challenging yet well-compensated, rewarding career. “We have extremely up-to-date equipment, facilities, and vehicles. I primarily work as an EVO and EMT, emergency vehicle operator.”
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