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How much do advanced life support jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for advanced life support in the United States is $18.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Advanced Life Support (ALS) provider, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Advanced Life Support provider, you need a deep knowledge of emergency medical procedures, strong clinical judgment, and certifications such as EMT-Paramedic or equivalent ALS credentials. Familiarity with advanced medical equipment, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, and electronic patient care reporting systems is crucial. Exceptional communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to stay calm under pressure set top providers apart. These skills and qualifications are vital to deliver rapid, lifesaving interventions and ensure patient safety in high-stress emergency situations.

What are some common challenges Advanced Life Support (ALS) providers face during emergency response, and how can they prepare for them?

Advanced Life Support providers often encounter high-pressure situations that require rapid assessment, decision-making, and teamwork. Challenges may include managing multiple patients simultaneously, working in unpredictable environments, and handling emotionally charged scenarios with patients or family members. Preparation involves continuous training in clinical protocols, maintaining strong communication skills, and participating in regular simulations with team members to enhance coordination and adaptability. Building resilience and seeking support from colleagues also help ALS providers manage stress and perform effectively in the field.

What is Advanced Life Support (ALS)?

Advanced Life Support (ALS) refers to a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend beyond basic first aid and basic life support. ALS is typically provided by healthcare professionals such as paramedics, nurses, and doctors who are trained to handle critical emergencies involving cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and other severe medical conditions. ALS interventions include advanced airway management, intravenous access, medication administration, cardiac monitoring, and defibrillation. The goal of ALS is to stabilize patients and improve their chances of survival during life-threatening emergencies until they can receive full medical care at a hospital.

What is the difference between Advanced Life Support vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectAdvanced Life SupportEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification, BLS
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, emergency scenesAmbulances, emergency scenes, public events
ResponsibilitiesAdvanced airway management, medication administration, cardiac monitoringBasic patient assessment, CPR, splinting, oxygen therapy

Advanced Life Support (ALS) providers have more advanced training and perform complex procedures like airway management and medication administration. EMTs focus on basic life support skills such as CPR and patient stabilization. ALS providers typically work alongside EMTs in emergency settings, with ALS offering higher-level interventions for critical patients.

What states have the most Advanced Life Support jobs? States with the most job openings for Advanced Life Support jobs include:
Infographic showing various Advanced Life Support job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,671 per year, or $18.6 per hour.
Advance Life Support Instructor

Advance Life Support Instructor

Fairview Health Services

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Fairview Health Services rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 239 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

159th of 864 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for an Advanced Life Support Instructor for various hospitals & locations within MN.

Schedule: This role is .01 FTE, casual. Hours vary depending on class length and schedule.

Responsibilities:

To conduct advanced life support initial and/or renewal classes such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) and/or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) for residents, physicians, employees, and participants from outside the organization. To maintain required certification and keep current on guidelines as published by the American Heart Association (AHA), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and/or the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA).

  • This position will teach system advanced life support classes for Fairview employees across the Fairview Health System, and for outside participants to maintain certifications in accordance with published AHA, AAP, and/or ENA instructor content and guidelines.
  • Responsible for the instruction and testing of multi-disciplinary staff’s knowledge and skills as it relates to required curriculum.
  • Prepares materials and completes necessary documentation for staff attending and completing classes as required by the course coordinator and/or supporting organizational guidelines.
  • Cleans, maintains and transports equipment utilized for training as needed.
  • Presents, facilitates, and evaluates psycho-motor skill stations according to the current edition of the Provider and Instructor Manuals.
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining a welcoming, encouraging, and professional learning environment.


Required Qualifications:

  • Current or previous healthcare provider experience
  • Within six months of employment in the position, must obtain the certification that correlates with the course(s) the instructor provides. Course and required certification: • ACLS: AHA ACLS Instructor/Provider Card • PALS/PEARS: AHA PALS Instructor/Provider Card • NRP: AAP NRP Instructor Card • ENPC: ENA ENPC Certificate • TNCC: ENA TNCC Certificate
  • Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) AHA Basic Life Support Instructor or Instructor Trainer

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 years Healthcare and instructional experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract


Compensation Disclaimer

This position provides one flat hourly rate, with regular reviews to ensure competitiveness with themarket. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.


EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected statusQualifications:

$50.00 / Flat Rate

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About Fairview Health Services

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Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University's deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview's extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies and benefit management services.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1906