Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), First Responder
| Percentile | 10% | 25% | 50% (Median) | 75% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage | $25,960 | $30,050 | $36,110 | $44,440 | $54,560 |
| Hourly Wage | $12.48 | $14.45 | $17.36 | $21.37 | $26.23 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 265,200 | 282,200 | 6% | 17,400 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Community College | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Grand Island, NE | 2 years: 7 At least one but less than two years: 4 Less than one year: 6 |
| Creighton University | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Omaha, NE | 2 years: 0 4 years: 1 4 years: 15 Less than one year: 0 More than 4 years: 6 |
| Metropolitan Community College Area | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Omaha, NE | 2 years: 13 At least one but less than two years: 1 Less than one year: 0 |
| Mid-Plains Community College | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | North Platte, NE | 2 years: 9 At least one but less than two years: 23 |
| Northeast Community College | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Norfolk, NE | 2 years: 6 |
| Southeast Community College Area | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Lincoln, NE | 2 years: 18 |
| Union College | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Lincoln, NE | 2 years: 0 4 years: 0 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse - RN | Fresenius Medical Care North America | North Platte, Nebraska | 06/18/2021 | Yes |
| Biomedical Technician | Nebraska Methodist Health System | Omaha, Nebraska | 06/18/2021 | No |
