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Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Baytown, TX · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Aiken County (SC)

EMT - Paramedic

Aiken, SC

$61K/yr

Under occasional supervision, responds to emergency calls and provides medical assistance to the sick and injured at the EMT - Paramedic level. Performs related technical work as required. Reports to ...

Houston Methodist

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

MLee Medical Employment

EMT - Paramedic

Sumter, SC · On-site

Paramedic - EMT respected healthcare system in South Carolina is looking to hire a skilled Paramedic - EMT for a full-time role. This position offers the chance to provide critical life-saving care ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Baytown, TX · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

Houston Methodist

EMT Paramedic

Sugar Land, TX

The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and ...

MLee Medical Employment

EMT - Paramedic

Scranton, SC · On-site

Paramedic - EMT respected healthcare system in South Carolina is looking to hire a skilled Paramedic - EMT for a full-time role. This position offers the chance to provide critical life-saving care ...

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How much do emt paramedic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for emt paramedic in the United States is $26.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EMT paramedic?

EMT Paramedics, often simply called paramedics, are highly trained emergency medical professionals who provide advanced pre-hospital care to patients experiencing medical emergencies or trauma. They assess patients, administer medications, perform advanced airway management, and use specialized medical equipment. Paramedics often work in ambulances or emergency response teams and play a critical role in stabilizing patients before they reach the hospital. Their training is more extensive than that of basic EMTs, allowing them to perform a wider range of medical procedures. Paramedics are essential members of the emergency medical services (EMS) system.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an EMT paramedic?

To thrive as an EMT Paramedic, you need comprehensive medical knowledge, quick decision-making abilities, and certification such as NREMT Paramedic or state licensure. Proficiency with life-saving equipment, patient monitoring systems, and ambulance technology is essential. Outstanding communication, resilience under pressure, and compassion are critical soft skills for interacting with patients and working effectively in emergencies. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering high-quality prehospital care and improving patient outcomes in critical situations.

What challenges do EMT paramedics face during shift work, and how can they manage them?

EMT Paramedics often work long, irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, which can make maintaining a regular sleep schedule and work-life balance challenging. High-stress situations, such as responding to critical emergencies and making quick decisions under pressure, are also common. To manage these challenges, many paramedics prioritize self-care by developing healthy routines, seeking peer support, and utilizing resources such as employee assistance programs. Open communication with supervisors about scheduling and teamwork can also help in managing shift-related stress and job demands.

What is the difference between Emt Paramedic vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectEMT ParamedicEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsAdvanced EMT (AEMT) and Paramedic licenseBasic EMT certification
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, emergency scenesAmbulances, emergency scenes, clinics
ResponsibilitiesAdvanced airway management, medication administration, advanced life supportBasic life support, patient assessment, CPR

EMT Paramedics have more advanced training and perform complex procedures like intubation and medication administration, whereas Emergency Medical Technicians provide basic life support and initial patient care. Paramedics typically work in more advanced emergency settings and require higher certifications.

How much do EMS paramedics make?

EMS paramedics typically earn a median annual salary of around $40,000 to $50,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Salaries can increase with advanced skills, specialized training, and working in high-demand areas or during night shifts.

Is 30 too late to be an Emt Paramedic?

There is no age limit to becoming an EMT Paramedic; many individuals start training in their late 20s or 30s. As long as you meet the requirements, such as completing the necessary training and obtaining certification, age should not prevent you from pursuing this career in emergency medical services.
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Infographic showing various Emt Paramedic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,832 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

EMT Paramedic

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Houston Methodist rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 300 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This position works three, 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00am-7:00pm on a repeating two week matrix schedule (Week 1: works Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday); Week 2: works Thursday, Friday & Saturday) in the MRI Department.
At Houston Methodist, this Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic position working in the Imaging Department is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care and services to diverse patient population and their families and performing EKGs and collecting lab specimens under direction of the licensed nurse and/or provider. This position performs patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit specific defined limits and job scope. The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and records data established by policy and procedure, reporting observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse and/or provider. This position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist Experience standards.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
  • Completion of EMT-A, EMT- Paramedic program or licensed Paramedic, and/or currently participating in an EMT to Paramedic program with classification of an EMT-Advanced

EXPERIENCE
  • Six months pre-hospital experience or six months hospital experience as an EMT or Paramedic

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Must have one of the following:•LP - Licensed Paramedic - State Licensure•EMT-A - Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced - State Certification•EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - State Certification and
  • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Demonstrates and exercises judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team, patients and their families
  • Displays strong time management skills
  • Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively participating in problem solving
  • Demonstrates ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department and interprofessional health care team as appropriate
  • Possesses competent computer knowledge. Operates multiple computer systems including electronic health records, e.g., Epic, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, & Excel) to maintain patient information
  • Must be able to perform basic EKG interpretation skill
  • Applies basic knowledge of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Problem-solves, assists other techs, manages several ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Serves as role model, using critical thinking, in several capacities; mentors new EMTs and ancillary personnel as to unit procedures, role and unit readiness as team leader, in patient decontamination operations.
  • Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.
  • Serves as an educational resource for unit competency and validation procedures that are applicable to role.
  • Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement on unit-based scorecard, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Role models patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, comprehensive screenings, care administered, diagnostic measurements, allergies and medication lists, treatments and procedures as determined by skills, training and validation (i.e., vital signs, 12 Lead EKG, phlebotomy, ultrasound-guided I.V. catheter insertion, CPR, splinting, specimen collection, immobilization by backboard, extrication from vehicles) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Repeats vital signs according to policy.
  • Observes patients, making hourly rounds to ensure patient needs are met (four P’s), for condition change. Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the licensed nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs
  • Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e. bedside shift handoff/report.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Uses rapid assessment skills to accurately identify patients’ severity of illnesses, deterioration of conditions, and risks for adverse events, and communicates findings to licensed nurse and/or provider. Applies critical thinking skills to recognize abnormal ECGs, vital signs, and mental status to monitor high risk patients out of the department as delegated.
  • Manages incoming patient information by receiving pre-arrival notifications from EMS providers per unit protocols. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
  • Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends. Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections. Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, collaborating with the interprofessional team.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Assists with patient and staffing needs (floats) across the service line or hospital as competencies allow. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the unit.
  • Maintains an orderly environment that facilitates access to supplies, equipment, and resource information. Assists in the inventory, monitoring and ordering supplies and medical equipment to maintain par levels.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development, continually assisting with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
  • Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: No
    • Scrubs: Yes
    • Business professional: No
    • Other (department approved): Yes

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* No

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
  • Completion of EMT-A, EMT- Paramedic program or licensed Paramedic, and/or currently participating in an EMT to Paramedic program with classification of an EMT-Advanced

EXPERIENCE
  • Six months pre-hospital experience or six months hospital experience as an EMT or Paramedic

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Must have one of the following: • LP - Licensed Paramedic - State Licensure • EMT-A - Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced - State Certification • EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - State Certification and
  • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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