Paramedics for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
EMT Experience10%Communication Skills7%Organizational Skills5%Education level
High school diploma or GED38%Associate's degree26%Bachelor's degree19%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years2%6-10 years20%Current company
CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENTELITE AMBULANCELynwood Fire DepartmentTime at current job
Less than a year21%1-2 years21%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Paramedic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $50,007 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,898 – $64,289 yearly
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Firefighter/Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseEMT CertificationDriver's LicenseEMT-BCPRPALS+4 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceHeavy LiftingMicrosoft ExcelSpreadsheetsInventory ControlInventory ManagementParamedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseAEDCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseEMT-BCertified Medical Assistant+6 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsCPREKGElectrocardiogram InterpretationFirefighter/Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
EMT-P CertificationCPRPALSACLSPHTLSNREMT ParamedicSkills
CPRACLSPALSParamedic LicenseNREMT ParamedicMicrosoft OfficeParamedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicenseFirst Aid CertificationEMT CertificationEMT-BPALSCPR+2 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceMedical Emergency ResponseEmergency MedicineEmergency CareTranscriptionMedical TerminologyFirefighter/Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Paramedic LicensePatient ResuscitationEMT CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPatient Emergency Assistance+3 moreSkills
SalesRetail SalesCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportStockingBox TruckFirefighter/Paramedic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Fire Incident ResponseFirefighting EquipmentParamedic LicenseEMT CertificationFire Emergency ResponseFire Safety Procedures+6 moreSkills
EMT ExperienceMicrosoft WordComputer OperationMicrosoft ExcelWord ProcessingComputer Literacy
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What's the average time to fill a paramedic role?
The average time to fill a paramedic role is 83 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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a paramedic?
Common licenses or certifications for paramedics include: EMT Certification, Paramedic License 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, medical staff associate and emergency medical technician - basic.
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 19 years of professional experience.
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