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EMT Salary in Chattanooga, Tennessee

EMT Salary in Chattanooga, TN

How much does an EMT make in Chattanooga, TN? The average EMT salary in Chattanooga, TN is $34,180 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $30,620 and $38,760. 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.

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10th Percentile EMT Salary $27,379 Chattanooga,TN March 26, 2024
25th Percentile EMT Salary $30,620 Chattanooga,TN March 26, 2024
50th Percentile EMT Salary $34,180 Chattanooga,TN March 26, 2024
75th Percentile EMT Salary $38,760 Chattanooga,TN March 26, 2024
90th Percentile EMT Salary $42,930 Chattanooga,TN March 26, 2024
25% $30,620 10% $27,379 90% $42,930 75% $38,760 $34,180 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The EMT utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Responds to an emergency call, 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. Being an EMT requires a high school diploma, registration with the EMT National Registry, licensure by state EMS Authority. Communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time. In addition, EMT typically reports to a manager. EMT'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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  1. This Job:

    EMT

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Critical Care Paramedic

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Chattanooga, Tennessee

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