Emergency Medical Technicians
Code: 29-2042.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
First Responder
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
- Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Medical software
MedDataSolutions Regist*r
MEDITECH software
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Information retrieval or search software
Epocrates
TechOnSoftware HazMatCE Pro
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Social
People interested in this work like activities that include helping people, teaching, and talking.
Key Work Styles:
Self-Confidence
Sincerity
Adaptability
Perseverance
Empathy
Stress Tolerance
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Medical Technicians
Salaries for a Emergency Medical Technicians vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Emergency Medical Technicians in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Emergency Medical Technicians include: MedDataSolutions Regist*r, MEDITECH software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Epocrates, TechOnSoftware HazMatCE Pro. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Emergency Medical Technicians is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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