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How much do contract emt jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract emt in Renton, WA is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $25.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are EMT Contract Jobs?

With an EMT contract, your job is to work as a paramedic or emergency medical technician for a specific period. You usually work 13 weeks with each employer, but some areas may ask to renew your contract. The main aspect of this service is providing help and support to an understaffed area as they search for a full-time employee. As an EMT, you may provide the first response when someone is injured, provide first-aid or other treatment to a patient, and help to determine the extent of their injuries so hospitals or other care facilities can be as prepared as possible to receive the patient. This job frequently involves traveling to new areas and may require working nights, weekends, or holidays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract EMT, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract EMT, you need a solid understanding of emergency medical procedures, patient assessment, and current EMT certification (such as NREMT or state licensure). Familiarity with ambulance equipment, electronic patient care reporting systems, and basic life support tools is typically required. Strong communication, composure under pressure, and adaptability are vital soft skills for excelling in unpredictable emergency environments. These skills ensure timely, effective patient care and seamless collaboration with medical teams in diverse and often high-stress situations.

What are some common challenges Contract EMTs face when adapting to different work sites and teams?

Contract EMTs often work in a variety of settings, such as events, industrial sites, or different ambulance services, which means they regularly need to adapt to new protocols, equipment, and team dynamics. This can be challenging, as each site may have unique expectations and communication styles. Building rapport quickly with new coworkers and staying flexible with changing schedules are essential skills. However, this diverse experience can also help EMTs broaden their knowledge and adaptability within the field.

What is the difference between Contract Emt vs Full-Time Emt?

AspectContract EmtFull-Time Emt
CredentialsEMT certification requiredEMT certification required
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments, varied locationsPermanent employment, consistent location
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, temporary servicesHospitals, ambulance services, agencies
Work ScheduleFlexible, project-basedRegular hours, shift-based

Contract EMTs typically work on temporary assignments through staffing agencies, offering flexibility but less job stability. Full-Time EMTs have permanent positions with consistent schedules and benefits. Both roles require EMT certification and serve in emergency medical services, but differ mainly in employment type and work arrangements.

What are Contract EMTs?

Contract EMTs are Emergency Medical Technicians who work on a contractual basis rather than as permanent staff members. They are typically hired by staffing agencies, private companies, or government organizations to provide emergency medical care at specific locations or during certain events. Contract EMTs may work in ambulances, at large public gatherings, construction sites, or disaster response situations. Their responsibilities include responding to emergencies, providing basic medical care, and ensuring patient transport to medical facilities. This type of role offers flexibility but may lack the benefits and job security of full-time employment.
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Emergency Services Tech/Lab - Off Campus Emergency Department - Bremerton

Emergency Services Tech/Lab - Off Campus Emergency Department - Bremerton

MultiCare

Bremerton, WA • On-site

$25 - $41.32/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

MultiCare Health System rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 273 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 884 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Emergency Services Technician Lab

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title — you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 0.3, Shift: Day Shift (0600 - 1830), Schedule: 12-HR Shifts

Position Summary

The Emergency Services Technician Lab is an exciting opportunity on the MultiCare Off Campus Emergency Department team, offering a supportive role assisting practitioners with patient care and executing administrative and clinical procedures. Working in collaboration, you will ensure the best possible health care outcomes and patient experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform direct patient care as directed
  • Engage critical thinking skills in maintaining a safe, therapeutic and aesthetic environment.
  • Collaborate with the team to facilitate overall improvement in quality of care, patient experience, and cost reduction
  • Foster a learning environment for patients/families, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team
  • Advocate for ethical and holistic care promoting the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Ability to obtain Washington State certification/licensure as a MA-P and NA-R within 120 days of placement in position Washington State C.N.A will substitute for the NA-R; MA-C will substitute for the MA-P, NA-R and C.N.A certification/licensure
  • Experience with phlebotomy and initiation of EKG, Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist Certification preferred
  • Previous experience as a CNA, NA-R, corpsman, EMT or phlebotomist in an emergency department, pre-hospital, or acute care setting within the last three years
  • Current BLS Certification

About MultiCare Off Campus Emergency Departments

MultiCare's Off-Campus Emergency Departments provide state-of-the-art, neighborhood-focused ER care across Washington. Staffed by experienced physicians, nurses and clinical teams, these facilities deliver efficient, compassionate emergency care in convenient community locations. Our teams ensure patients receive comprehensive, high-quality support where they live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $25.00 - $41.32 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

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About MultiCare

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MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US

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