How much does an Emergency Medical Technician make in California? The average Emergency Medical Technician salary in California is $41,352 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $37,054 and $46,895. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Emergency Medical Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Emergency Medical Technician Salary $33,140 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Emergency Medical Technician Salary $37,054 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Emergency Medical Technician Salary $41,352 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Emergency Medical Technician Salary $46,895 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Emergency Medical Technician Salary $51,941 CA February 26, 2024
25% $37,054 10% $33,140 90% $51,941 75% $46,895 $41,352 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

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What skills does an Emergency Medical Technician need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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First aid: First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.

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Basic Life Support: BLS is a level of medical care which is used for patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care by advanced life support providers. It can be provided by trained medical personnel.

Customer Service 9.71%
First aid 2.36%
Basic Life Support 4.06%
Others 83.87%

Job Description for Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency calls for medical assistance, assesses the situation, obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital. Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Being an Emergency Medical Technician communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time. May require registry in NREMT. Additionally, Emergency Medical Technician requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Medical Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Emergency Medical Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $39,799 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $39,976 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $41,844 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $39,754 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $38,038 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $41,123 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $39,882 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $37,341 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $45,738 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $45,634 Date Updated February 26, 2024

Career Path for Emergency Medical Technician

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Emergency Medical Technician, the first career path typically starts with a Fire Fighter II position, and then progresses to Fire Captain.

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Paramedic position, and then progresses to EMT/Paramedic Supervisor.

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