Paramedics for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
EMT Experience9%Communication Skills7%Medical Emergency Response4%Education level
High school diploma or GED32%Associate's degree29%Bachelor's degree20%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%3-5 years30%6-10 years20%Current company
Allied Universal
United States Army National Guard
Metro Paramedic Services
Time at current job
Less than a year40%1-2 years20%2-5 years20%
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Last updated: Oct 18, 2026
Paramedic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $49,955 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,865 – $64,211 yearly
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Emergency Department Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationEMT CertificationPERC CardEMT-P CertificationDriver's License+14 moreSkills
EMT ExperiencePublic SpeakingCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsIn-Charge Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseEMT-P CertificationDe-Escalation TechniquesConflict ManagementCPRPALS+6 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceCommunication SkillsMedical TerminologyHospital ExperienceMedication AdministrationMedical Emergency ResponseEMT-Paramedic
Oak Park, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
EMT CertificationEMT-BCPRPALSCDL BACLS+1 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceCommunication SkillsCardiac Arrest Emergency ResponsePatient ResuscitationCPRCardiovascular Emergency ResponseParamedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
EMT CertificationFire SuppressionFirefightingFire Hose LinesParamedic LicenseFirefighting Specialized Equipment Operation+20 moreSkills
Barista ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipEMT ExperienceWine KnowledgeClimbingCritical Care-Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseAEDATLS CertificationEMT CertificationDriver's LicenseEMT-P Certification+6 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceTower ClimbingBasic Life SupportPatient AssessmentMedical Emergency ResponseEmergency Medical Trauma CareParamedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseAEDCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseEMT-BCertified Medical Assistant+6 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsCPRCPREKGElectrocardiogram Interpretation
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What's the average time to fill a paramedic role?
The average time to fill a paramedic role is 91 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do paramedics tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a paramedic include: EMT experience, communication skills and medical emergency response.
What licenses or certifications are common for paramedics?
Common licenses or certifications for paramedics include: Paramedic License, EMT Certification and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to paramedics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to paramedics include: firefighter/paramedic, critical care-paramedic and in-charge paramedic.
What level of education is common for a paramedic?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a paramedic in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a paramedic?
Most paramedics have 16 years of professional experience.
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