Paramedics
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Calculated automation risk
Minimal Risk (0-20%): Occupations in this category have a low probability of being automated, as they typically demand complex problem-solving, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and a high degree of manual dexterity. These jobs often involve intricate hand movements and precise coordination, making it difficult for machines to replicate the required tasks.
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User poll
Our visitors have voted there's a minimal chance this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 0.0% chance of automation.
What do you think the risk of automation is?
What is the likelihood that Paramedics will be replaced by robots or artificial intelligence within the next 20 years?
Sentiment
The following graph is included wherever there is a substantial amount of votes to render meaningful data. These visual representations display user poll results over time, providing a significant indication of sentiment trends.
Sentiment over time (yearly)
Growth
The number of 'Paramedics' job openings is expected to rise 5.9% by 2033
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2024.
Wages
In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Paramedics' was $53,180, or $25 per hour
'Paramedics' were paid 10.7% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $48,060
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2023 there were 98,770 people employed as 'Paramedics' within the United States.
This represents around 0.07% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 1 thousand people are employed as 'Paramedics'.
Job description
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.
SOC Code: 29-2043.00
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Comments
The dynamic settings faced are not at all predictable either.
I hope we work in conjuction with diagnostic AI systems to improve delivery of care, but I am not concerned about being replaced in the near future.
The work environment can also be incredibly hostile.
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