EMT Jobs in Illinois

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the med tech industry is primarily responsible for providing immediate medical care to patients at the scene of emergencies or accidents and during transportation to healthcare facilities. These healthcare professionals are trained to handle a wide range of medical situations, from trauma to cardiac events, and employ medical technologies such as defibrillators, stretchers, oxygen delivery systems, and emergency response systems. Typical responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering appropriate emergency medical care, and safely transporting patients while maintaining vital medical records.

The crucial skills for an EMT in the med tech industry include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and physical stamina. They must also be skilled in the use of medical technologies relevant to emergency care. EMTs require certification from accredited programs, which typically involve coursework and hands-on training. Moreover, they should be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). EMTs often have previous experience in roles such as Medical Assistants, Certified Nursing Assistants, or Paramedics, which provide them with practical skills in patient care, medical procedures, and emergency response.

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Emergency Medical Technician

  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago

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EMT Basic - Coles County

  • Mattoon, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 12 days ago

More Information about this Job: Emergency Medical Technician EMT IMMEDIATELY HIRING! EMT FULL-TIME Opportunity Compensation : $17 per hour 4K Bonus for 18 Month Commitment for Full-time EMTs!...

EMT - Emergency Response

  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 18 days ago

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EMT

  • Mattoon, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 45+ days ago

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EMT Basic

  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 1 day ago

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Emergency Room Tech- Full Time Evenings

  • Grayslake, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Grayslake, IL
  • 1 day ago

Performs laboratory tests including phlebotomy, accucheck glucose test, urine pregnancy test, rapid strep test, specific gravity test and blood glucose test. Obtains and records vital signs....

Emergency Room Tech- Part Time Days

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 1 day ago

Performs laboratory tests including phlebotomy, accucheck glucose test, urine pregnancy test, rapid strep test, specific gravity test and blood glucose test. Obtains and records vital signs....

Emergency Department Technician Full-Time Nights

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 2 days ago

collections such as urine or stool or wound; Wound care; Sterile technique glove application and tray set up; Aseptic technique and wound cleansing; Wound dressings steri strips; tube gauze; dry gauze...

Industrial Firefighter EMT - Located in Lemont, IL

  • Lemont, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lemont, IL
  • 2 days ago

This position applies to both EMT-Basic or Paramedic....

Emergency Medical Technician - Located in Belleville, IL

  • Belleville, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 2 days ago

Located in Belleville, IL More Information about this Job: Emergency Medical Technician EMT IMMEDIATELY HIRING!...

EMT - Emergency Response - Located in Glenwood, IL

  • Glenwood, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 2 days ago

Located in Glenwood, IL Job Description: Firefighter EMT IMMEDIATELY HIRING Part-Time Firefighter EMT in Glenwood, IL!...

Emergency Room Tech- Part Time Nights

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago

Performs laboratory tests including phlebotomy, accucheck glucose test, urine pregnancy test, rapid strep test, specific gravity test and blood glucose test. Obtains and records vital signs....

EMT/Paramedic

  • Skokie, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 3 days ago

and/or Paramedic Training Program Certificates, Licenses and Registrations + IDPH EMT License or National Registry EMT or IDPH Paramedic License or National Registry Paramedic + CCEMT-P Emergency Medical...

Center Medical Specialist - Paramedic

  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 days ago

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since...

Security Guard EMT Job Details Gerdau

  • Midlothian, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL
  • 3 days ago

BASIC FUNCTION (Primary Purpose): The Security Guard EMT ensures the safety of all people and property at the location by monitoring traffic into and out of the location, and by performing other related...

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Salary for EMT Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

EMTs in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.1%
High School or GED
20.7%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.7%


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