About Advanced Paramedic Training
Working as a team, emergency medical technicians and advanced paramedics are responsible for delivering immediate medical care to individuals in unexpected accidents, as well as other trauma situations. While transporting the patient to the hospital, their quick reactions and professional training allows them to perform life saving services.
Education, Skills and Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- College credits from current certification as an EMT.
- Work experience at an EMT level.
- Hands-on experience.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR) card
- Qualifying score on the Basic Entrance Test.
- Motivation.
- Attitude.
- Physical fitness.
- Immunizations.
- Positive background check.
- Valid State Driver's License.
- Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, BTLS or PHTLS Certification (if required in your state).
- Online and offline classes are available.
- National and state exams
Career Opportunities
- Ambulance
- Fire Department
- Police Department
Description of Duties
- Consider each call situation and determine the best yet fastest course of action.
- Utilize a variety of medical equipment, medications and other procedures as required.
- Provide advanced medical care.
- Utilize triage skills to provide optimal effectiveness.
- Communicate effectively with hospital.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Develop and utilize triage skills providing optimal efficiency during calls.
- Communicate with patient and families.
- Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene management.
- Operate the ambulance properly.
- Stay current on certifications and continuing education.
Salary
Experienced, trained, licensed paramedics are a valuable asset to the community. Wages for advanced paramedics differ state to state. During 2011, expected earnings range between $66,000 to $72,000.