How do they match: Paramedics

  • Critical Care Paramedic
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Medical Technician

  • Administer basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals.

  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
  • Perform emergency cardiac care, such as cardioversion and manual defibrillation.
  • Perform emergency invasive intervention before delivering patient to an acute care facility.

  • Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel.
  • Implement advanced life support techniques.
  • Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.