Paramedics Jobs Pay in Salt Lake City-Murray, UT
Average Hourly Pay
$35.79
11.8%Above national average
Range: $34.09 – $37.50
Average Annual Pay
$74,453
11.8%Above national average
Range: $70,907 – $77,998
How much do Paramedics make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$30.42/hr
Range: $28.98 – $31.88
Annual Rate
$63,285
Range: $60,271 – $66,298
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.79/hr
Range: $34.09 – $37.50
Annual Rate
$74,453
Range: $70,907 – $77,998
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.16/hr
Range: $39.20 – $43.13
Annual Rate
$85,621
Range: $81,543 – $89,698
Paramedics job description
Paramedics are first responders who protect communities by responding to emergencies, saving lives, and safeguarding property. They work in high-pressure situations requiring quick thinking, physical endurance, and dedication to public safety.
Responsibilities
- •Respond to emergency calls and incidents
- •Perform rescue operations and life-saving procedures
- •Operate emergency vehicles and equipment
- •Conduct safety inspections and prevention activities
- •Maintain emergency equipment and apparatus
- •Provide public education on safety and prevention
Skills
- •Emergency response and rescue techniques
- •Physical strength and endurance
- •Quick decision-making under pressure
- •Teamwork and coordination
- •First aid and medical knowledge
- •Communication and public relations
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Fire academy or EMT certification
- •CPR and first aid certification
- •Physical fitness requirements
- •Valid driver's license
- •Background check and drug screening
