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Ambulance Drivers and Attendants
Job Information
Drive ambulance or assist ambulance driver in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons. Assist in lifting patients.
Information
- Employment is projected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations.
- Emergency medical technicians and paramedics need formal training and certification or licensure, but requirements vary by State.
- Emergency services function 24 hours a day, so emergency medical technicians and paramedics have irregular working hours.
- Opportunities will be best for those who have earned advanced certifications.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $22,820/yr ($11.41/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | High School diploma |