Paramedics Jobs Pay in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$24.27
24.2%Below national average
Range: $23.11 – $25.42
Average Annual Pay
$50,472
24.2%Below national average
Range: $48,069 – $52,876
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
$20.63/hr
Range: $19.64 – $21.61
Annual Rate
$42,901
Range: $40,859 – $44,945
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.27/hr
Range: $23.11 – $25.42
Annual Rate
$50,472
Range: $48,069 – $52,876
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.91/hr
Range: $26.58 – $29.23
Annual Rate
$58,043
Range: $55,279 – $60,807
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
