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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EMT $19.50/HR

  • Gurnee, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 27 days ago

Medical Technician-Basic License....

Emergency Department Technician-Full Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities: Provides wound care Assists with splinting and orthopedic devices Performs ECGs Performs phlebotomy in addition to specimen collection (urine, stool, sputum) Labels and processes specimens...

Emergency Medical Technician - Located in Shelbyville, IL

  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

EMT - Emergency Response - Located in Shelbyville, IL

  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Sinai Chicago Trauma Technician-EMT B

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Performs venipuncture for the purpose of drawing blood samples....

ED Tech (EMT) - Methodist - Emergency Dept

  • Peoria, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: High School Diploma/GED required Completion of EMT-B coursework; Successful completion...

Medical Assistant, Nurse, Paramedic or EMT needed for full time position at exclusive new medical office in Valparaiso. Must have positive attitude and be very hard working....

Part-Time EMT Basic - Shelbyville. Job in Shelbyville Gr8Jobs

  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelbyville, IL
  • 1 day ago

More Information about this Job: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) IMMEDIATELY HIRING! EMT PART-TIME Opportunity $17.00 per hour 24/48 and 12-hour shift schedules available!...

Sinai Chicago ER Trauma Technician - EMT-B

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Performs venipuncture for the purpose of drawing blood samples....

Emergency Department Technician I

  • Urbana, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 2 days ago

collection, performing ECG's, post-mold application, crutch-walk teaching, spinal immobilization, basic wound care, and observation of patients for physical/emotional changes....

Emergency Department Tech

  • Olney, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Olney, IL
  • 2 days ago

Diploma/GED, Work Experience: Successful completion of EMT coursework, or successful completion of CNA coursework, or successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences....

Emergency Room Technician - Emergency Room

  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago

, family member and hospital personnel Maintains safe unit environment, supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care Minimum Qualifications Education: High school diploma required Experience: EMT-B...

EMT/Paramedic

  • Skokie, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 4 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...

EMT

  • Belleville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 5 days ago

More Information about this Job: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) IMMEDIATELY HIRING!...

C.N.A with phlebotomy certification or EKG experience, or M.A. with phlebotomy certification or EKG experience, or EMT-B or EMT-P Must have current Basic Life Support certification through The American...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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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
26.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.1%
High School or GED
20.8%
Associate's Degree
18.4%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.7%


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