Paramedics

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Calculated automation risk

0.0% (Minimal Risk)

Minimal Risk (0-20%): This occupation appears difficult to replace end-to-end with current or near-future automation, including AI software and robotics. Roles in this range usually depend on human judgement, creativity, care, leadership, specialist expertise, or adapting to messy real-world situations. AI and machines may still change parts of the work, but the occupation is likely to remain a distinct human role.

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Based on 219 votes

15.1% chance of full automation within the next two decades

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.

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Wages

Moderately paid relative to other professions

In 2024, the median annual wage for Paramedics was $58,410 ($28 per hour).

The median annual wage for Paramedics was 18.0% higher than the national median annual wage, which stood at $49,500.

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* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Growth

Fast growth relative to other professions

The number of 'Paramedics' job openings is expected to rise 5.0% by 2034

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Total employment, and estimated job openings

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the period between 2023 and 2033
Updated projections are due 09-2025.

Volume

Greater range of job opportunities compared to other professions

As of 2024 there were 99,530 people employed as 'Paramedics' within the United States.

This represents around 0.06% of the employed workforce across the country

Put another way, around 1 in 1 thousand people are employed as 'Paramedics'.

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What people are saying (7)

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Anthony
10 Feb 2026 10:24
Paramedics need that human involvement to reassure patients in dire situations.. i doubt a computer or AGI could reflect that same empathy and genuine care paramedics show their patients on a daily basis.
Andy (Low)
09 Oct 2025 18:50
not easy to be a paramedic even for a human - very complex and any odd computer hallucinations wont be acceptable.
Deborah Hutchinson (No chance)
02 Jun 2025 00:44
Im a Paramedic and the human to human connection is essential in our work environment.
Jess (No chance)
30 Nov 2024 20:09
It has to be quick and not harm the person.
Scott A (Low)
16 Apr 2023 21:23
The interpersonal acumen necessary is as of now, impossible to automate.

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.
James (No chance)
06 Jul 2022 19:58
Diseases and health emergencies present in unique ways, even within a standard disease. People are litigious, and often treatments rely on "judgment calls".

The work environment can also be incredibly hostile.
Liam (Low)
02 Nov 2021 22:51
Robots can't birth babies, administer meds, do cpr, do anything without the use of humans so robots would just get in the way but some robots like LUCAS I think it's called helps a bit for the medics to focus on other things
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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.

O*NET-SOC code: 29-2043.00