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Dartmouth Health

EMT Trainee

West Lebanon, NH · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

EMT Trainee The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trainee is a temporary role for those actively ... Learns to serve as a licensed provider and safety officer on ground Intensive Care Nursery (ICN ...

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health

EMT Trainee

Lebanon, NH · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

EMT trainees are responsible for learning and practicing clinical and operational duties, such as ... Learns to serve as a licensed provider and safety officer on ground Intensive Care Nursery (ICN ...

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How much do emt safety officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for emt safety officer in the United States is $62,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EMT Safety Officer?

EMT Safety Officers are emergency medical technicians who are specifically trained to oversee and enforce safety protocols during emergency responses. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of both patients and emergency personnel at the scene of an incident. They assess potential hazards, implement safety measures, and coordinate with other emergency services as needed. EMT Safety Officers also help to develop and train teams on safety procedures and may conduct post-incident evaluations to improve future response strategies.

What is the difference between Emt Safety Officer vs Emt?

AspectEmt Safety OfficerEmt
CertificationsCPR, EMT-B or EMT-Paramedic, safety trainingCPR, EMT-B or EMT-Paramedic
Work EnvironmentSafety-focused roles in emergency and industrial settingsEmergency medical response in pre-hospital settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, safety agencies, industrial sitesAmbulance services, hospitals, emergency response teams

The main difference is that an Emt Safety Officer primarily focuses on safety protocols and risk management within emergency or industrial environments, while an Emt provides direct emergency medical care. Both roles require similar certifications, but their responsibilities and work settings differ significantly.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an EMT Safety Officer?

To thrive as an EMT Safety Officer, you need a strong foundation in emergency medical response, safety protocols, and incident assessment, typically supported by EMT certification and relevant safety training. Familiarity with emergency dispatch systems, incident reporting software, and personal protective equipment is essential. Excellent communication, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills help you respond effectively and coordinate with other emergency personnel. These skills ensure rapid, safe, and effective responses to emergencies, protecting both patients and responders.

What challenges do EMT Safety Officers face when balancing emergency response duties with enforcing safety protocols?

EMT Safety Officers often encounter the challenge of maintaining strict safety standards while responding quickly to emergencies, where circumstances can be unpredictable and high-pressure. Balancing immediate patient care with the need to enforce safety procedures—such as proper use of PPE or scene assessment—can be demanding, especially when working with teams under stress. Success in this role requires strong communication skills to educate and remind colleagues about safety without hindering emergency operations, as well as the ability to adapt protocols to dynamic environments. Over time, EMT Safety Officers develop strategies to integrate safety seamlessly into response workflows, fostering a culture of safety within their teams.
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Infographic showing various Emt Safety Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,148 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

IMH Public Safety Officer

The University of Chicago Medicine

Harvey, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

University Of Chicago Medicine rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Armed Public Safety Officer in the Safety Department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Under general supervision, the Armed Public Safety Officer provides and maintains a safe environment for employees, patients, visitors, and medical staff through the use of uniformed patrols, emergency response, customer service and enforcement of policies and regulations at all Ingalls facilities. This is an armed position.
The incumbent assuming this position may be subjected to the following work conditions: extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid conditions and loud noise. Hazards of the role include mechanical, electrical, chemical, biohazards, sharps, and radiation.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Respond to all emergency situations (fire, bomb threat, combative patient, armed subject, lockdown, etc.) on campus that require immediate attention in a safe and timely and take appropriate action to mitigate or eliminate risk
  • Conduct internal and external patrols of all facilities and grounds for persons needing assistance, safety violations, and evidence of criminal or suspicious activity
  • Ensure security sensitive areas of the facility are properly secured
  • Assists with enforcement of Ingalls policies and procedures, including but not limited to: access control, identification badges, parking, smoking and fire safety
  • Investigate and document safety hazards or criminal incidents that occur
  • Maintain HIPAA compliance for all protected health information (PHI)
  • Coordinate with law enforcement and fire service personnel responding to the campus
  • Complete written incident reports for any incidents requiring written documentation with all reports completed in a timely manner.
  • Maintain understanding of Dispatch operations and provide Dispatch relief as needed.
  • Conduct searches of persons and property for contraband when necessary
  • Provide transportation for patients, visitors and staff to and from their vehicles when requested
  • Collect, inventory and secure patient belongings as required
  • Maintain duty posts in the Emergency Department areas and assist clinical staff when requested
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
  • Microsoft Office applications
  • Ten-Codes
  • Excellent communicate skills to provide service in a friendly, calm, professional manner to all internal and external customers in situations which may be stressful, tense and ambiguous.
  • Good command of the English language to file and compose paperwork.

Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Current CPR Card (American Heart Association)
  • Valid Illinois Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) Card
  • State of Illinois 40-Hour Armed Security Officer Certification (Semi-Automatic firearm) with a firearm requalification date within six months of date of hire
  • Completion of the following Training/Certifications provided by Ingalls
    • State of Illinois Firearm Control Card (issued after hire and upon arrival from State of Illinois)
    • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Verbal Intervention Training/Certification (within the first 60 days of employment)
    • Must obtain IAHSS Basic Certified Healthcare Security Officer within six months of appointment.
    • Must complete required FEMA ICS 100 and 200 level courses within six months of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent field
  • 1-2 years of experience in a public safety position (public safety / security officer, police officer, firefighter / EMT) or comparable military service

Position Details
  • Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0)
  • Shift: 12 hr, Rotating- 6:00pm - 6:30am, 6:00am - 6:30pm
    • The position will require you to work as a uniformed Public Safety Officer, in order to supplement Public Safety staff on all shifts, as needed. Rotating shifts may be required to address staffing needs of the 24/7 department
  • Unit/Department: Security Department
  • CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.

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