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Hire a Paramedic in Huntington, WV
The fire department is hiring for the same certification you are. A paramedic who runs a truck as lead belongs at this metro's upper quarter. In Huntington, the May 2025 median is about $43.8K, 10% under the West Virginia median.
What to offer
An ambulance service that copies a national midpoint will lose paramedics to the fire department. Use this metro's median for someone new, and the 75th for someone who can run a truck as lead.
| Percentile | Metro | WV | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th | $42,880 | $42,880 | $49,660 |
| Median | $43,750 | $48,460 | $60,600 |
| 75th | $56,500 | $56,500 | $73,470 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How hard this is to fill
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For one manager
Say the shift pattern, the call volume, and the protocols the crew works under. Ask how long the person has worked as the lead medic on a truck.
License and training
Every state licenses or certifies paramedics. Most use the National Registry paramedic exam as part of the path. Confirm your state EMS office's rules before you hire or start.
Sources: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, EMTs and paramedics
Nearby metros
- Charleston, WV · 44 miles
- Columbus, OH · 113 miles
- Lexington-Fayette, KY · 113 miles
- Cincinnati, OH · 122 miles
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Job seekers: Paramedic jobs in Huntington.
Questions
What do paramedics earn in Huntington, WV?
In Huntington, the May 2025 median for paramedics is about $43.8K, 28% under the U.S. median. The middle half runs from $42.9K to $56.5K.
Who hires paramedics in Huntington?
Ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals hire paramedics in Huntington. Organizations on file in the provider extract include Action Delivery Service, Air Evac EMS, Boyd County Ambulance Service Dist.
How do I get licensed as a paramedic in West Virginia?
Start with the West Virginia EMS office. Most states use the National Registry exam as part of the path.
What should an ambulance service in Huntington weigh when hiring?
Ask about lead experience and shift fit. Huntington has far more of these workers than a typical metro. This metro is 10% under the West Virginia median.