Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Alton, IL
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open emergency medical technician jobs in Illinois post a median of $25.50 an hour, the middle half $23.31–$27.42, across 21 jobs that state their pay. Emergency medical technicians employed in Illinois earn a median of $20.32 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What Illinois requires of an emergency medical technician
EMT license, from the Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of EMS.
- Illinois licenses EMTs; by reciprocity IDPH accepts a current out-of-state license or current NREMT registration, and EMS Systems validate National Registry certification.
- Staying active: Renewals on or after January 1, 2023 must include a one-hour course on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 25.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 81.4%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.86x · Clicks 5
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 45.0% · Stating an hourly rate 42.9%
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About the job
Job Description
Survival Flight is a reputable air/ground medical service provider in the United States. Our operations span across eight states, with ongoing expansion plans. Our core philosophy is upholding ethical and just practices. We take pride in delivering exceptional medical transportation services by prioritizing patient care and safety. Our team members are our most valuable assets, and we hold them in high regard.
We are searching for dedicated and skilled candidates to join our exceptional team of EMTs. If you are passionate about delivering prompt and efficient patient care in a positive atmosphere while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and receiving top-tier training and assistance, then we encourage you to apply. We are seeking part-time EMTs to join us at our ground medical facility in Alton, IL.
Qualifications: IL EMT Certification (required)
Job Types: Part-time
Benefits (Full-time)
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Program
- Vision Insurance
Survival Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Survival Flight is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Survival Flight are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, sexual orientation, past or present military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the states in which we operate. Survival Flight will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
From Survival Flight's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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