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How much does a Critical Care Paramedic make in the United States? The average Critical Care Paramedic salary in the United States is $49,100 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $44,300 and $54,900. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Critical Care Paramedic Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Critical Care Paramedic Salary $39,930 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Critical Care Paramedic Salary $44,300 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Critical Care Paramedic Salary $49,100 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Critical Care Paramedic Salary $54,900 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Critical Care Paramedic Salary $60,181 US February 26, 2024
25% $44,300 10% $39,930 90% $60,181 75% $54,900 $49,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Critical Care Paramedic transports and transfers patients and assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Being a Critical Care Paramedic requires a high school diploma, registered with the EMT National Registry, licensed by State EMS Authority. Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen in cases of suffocation and asphyxiation, dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids, and performs other emergency medical procedures during the ambulance ride. In addition, Critical Care Paramedic must be CPR certified. Typically reports to manager. Critical Care Paramedic's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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