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How much do advanced life support jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 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 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 skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an advanced life support (ALS) provider?

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 challenges do advanced life support (ALS) providers face during emergency response, and how can they prepare?

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 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.

Who can perform advanced life support?

Advanced Life Support (ALS) can be performed by trained healthcare professionals such as paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) with ALS certification, nurses, and physicians. These professionals have specialized training in advanced airway management, medication administration, and cardiac monitoring, often requiring certification and ongoing education to perform ALS procedures.

What states have the most Advanced Life Support jobs?

States with the most job openings for Advanced Life Support jobs include:

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Infographic showing various Advanced Life Support job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,671 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Paramedic - Life Support Team, Part Time

Medina, OH • On-site

Cleveland Clinic
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$22 - $32/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Cleveland Clinic rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 917 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. As a proud recipient of the Vizient, Inc.'sBernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award, Medina Hospital is known for its excellence in delivering safe, patient-centered care that istimely, effective, efficient, andequitable. Medina Hospital has also been recognized for its commitment to creating a positive environment that empowers and engages staff by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career while receiving endless support and encouragement.

As a Paramedic, you will provide immediate medical treatment to patients presenting with various critical injuries,illnessesand concerns. In this role, fast thinking and processing are essential, as every second counts in an emergency. Your tireless efforts help improve outcomes and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, theirfamiliesand your fellow caregivers.

A caregiver in this position will work day, evening, night and weekend shifts following a 24-hours-on, 48-hours-off rotation. Part-time caregivers may work the full 24-hour shift or partial shifts of 7:00am to 3:00pm or 3:00pm to 7:00am.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

  • Provide immediate medical assessment and treatment to injured/ill patients on-site, in the community, and during transport to hospital.
  • Navigate an ambulance to scene of accident in response to emergency calls.
  • Maintain equipment, restocksuppliesand cleanambulancesas necessary.
  • Assessthenature and extent of illness/injury andpatient'shistory from available sources.
  • Determineappropriate independentor collaborativeresponse.
  • Administerappropriate emergencymedical care including life support procedures, decontamination protocols, fluid/drug administration, obtaining EKG readings and vital statisticsmonitoringin accordancewithEMS protocols.
  • Communicate with medical personnel at hospital, report/record observations, and follow directives until report and hand-off at hospital.
  • Complete a USDOT approved Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) course within six months of hire.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Completion of an accredited EMS-ParamedicTrainingProgram
  • Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in Ohio
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)Healthcare Provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certificationsthrough the American Heart Association (AHA)OR the American Red Cross
  • CurrentOhio ValidDriver'sLicense (VDL)
  • Three years of experience as an EMT-P.EMT-P experience may be substituted with at least one (1) year of EMT-P experience required and a combination of equivalent EMT experience. Equivalent EMT experience would be two (2) years for each one (1) year of EMT-P experience required.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Experience in a larger metropolitan area
  • Experience in theEmergencyRoom orCriticalCareTransport

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
  • Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Frequently lifts and carries items weighing over 75 pounds.
  • Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
  • Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $22.00

Maximum hourly: $32.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

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