Paramedic Jobs in Illinois

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Emergency Response Paramedic

  • AMR
  • Streator, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Streator, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Paramedic IMMEDIATE HIRING!...

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Full-Time Paramedic

  • AMR
  • Mount Zion, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mount Zion, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity 20K sign-bonus with commitment for Full-Time Paramedics! $78000 per year (based on full-time local schedule) with employee benefits!...

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Paramedic

  • AMR
  • Decatur, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity 20K sign-bonus with commitment for Full-Time Paramedics! $78000 per year (based on full-time local schedule) with employee benefits!...

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911 Paramedic - Tinley Park

  • AMR
  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 18 hours ago

911 Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME and PART-TIME Opportunity Now offering increased wages!...

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Firefighter/Paramedic

  • Barrington, Village of (IL)
  • Barrington, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 5 hours ago

To sustain life and increase survivability through prompt and effective rescue and intervention using advanced life support skills and equipment....

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Paramedic - Located in Watson, IL

  • Air Evac Lifeteam
  • Watson, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Watson, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility maintaining thorough patient care documentation...

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Paramedic

  • Streator, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Streator, IL
  • 1 day ago

Apply Now Job Description: Paramedic IMMEDIATE HIRING!...

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Paramedic/Phlebotomist/Nurses for Wellness Screenings PRN

  • TOTALWELLNESS HEALTH
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 1 day ago

If you are a nurse, phlebotomist, medical assistant, EMT or paramedic looking to supplement your income by picking up extra shifts that fit your schedule, then this per diem opportunity is for you!...

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Paramedic/Firefighter Forest View

  • Metro Paramedic Services
  • Stickney, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Stickney, IL
  • 3 days ago

The basic function of the Paramedic/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic/Firefighter (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated...

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Paramedic/Firefighter Grayslake (Part-time)

  • Metro Paramedic Services
  • Grayslake, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL
  • 3 days ago

The basic function of the Paramedic/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic/Firefighter (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated...

In Person Part Time

Paramedic Boone #2 (Part-Time)

  • Metro Paramedic Services
  • Belvidere, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Belvidere, IL
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a part-time Paramedic for our Boone #2 The basic function of the Paramedic/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic level, within...

In Person Part Time

Paramedic - Located in Paris, TN

  • AMR
  • Cairo, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Cairo, IL
  • 4 days ago

Located in Paris, TN Job Description: Paramedic Basic IMMEDIATE HIRING!...

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Paramedic Glen Ellyn

  • Metro Paramedic Services
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 6 days ago

Paramedic Glen Ellyn Metro Paramedic Services - 3.0 Glen Ellyn, IL Job Details Full-time $23.09 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(...

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Paramedic/Firefighter Glen Ellyn

  • Metro Paramedic Services
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 6 days ago

Starting pay is $78,740.48The basic function of the Paramedic/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic/Firefighter (EMT-P) level, within their scope of...

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Flight Paramedic - Located in Decatur, IL

  • Air Evac Lifeteam
  • Clinton, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Clinton, IL
  • 6 days ago

Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility maintaining thorough patient care documentation...

In Person

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
22.4%
High School or GED
16.8%
Master's Degree
6.6%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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