Emergency Medical Technicians Jobs Pay in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.87 – $18.56
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,090 – $38,599
How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$15.05/hr
Range: $14.34 – $15.78
Annual Rate
$31,317
Range: $29,827 – $32,809
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.71/hr
Range: $16.87 – $18.56
Annual Rate
$36,844
Range: $35,090 – $38,599
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.37/hr
Range: $19.40 – $21.34
Annual Rate
$42,371
Range: $40,354 – $44,389
Emergency Medical Technicians job description
Emergency Medical Technicians professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
