Earn While You Learn EMT-Basic Student

Job DetailsJob Location: Peoria Market - Peoria, IL 61614Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GED EquivalentSalary Range: $16.42 - $16.42 HourlyJob Shift: DayJoin Team AMT! Now hiring for full-time Earn While You Learn EMT-Basic Student positions in Peoria!

Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit. 

Starting on May 4, 2026, AMT's Earn While You Learn program kicks off an 8-week course that will provide the opportunity to earn $16.42 per hour as a full-time student in an EMT-Basic training program. You will be afforded all of the benefits of a full-time employee, and upon successful completion of our program, you will receive a full-time EMT-Basic position with AMT in Peoria and a wage increase! Application deadline is Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Our EMTs are responsible for caring for patients in emergency response situations, during interfacility transports, and during standby events. EMT's at AMT work 12-hour shifts across the AMT family of companies. 

Job Duties:


Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care
Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment
Document patient information, condition, and treatment
Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights
Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment in accordance with company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
Operate and drive an ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws
Assist paramedics in all advanced life support situations
Maintain current certification(s) according to provisions set forth by the governing licensure
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
Present and promote a positive company image


Advanced Medical Transport provides competitive benefits:


403(b) account with 50% company match
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Payroll Direct Deposit
Furnished Uniforms
Paid Continuing Education
Tuition Reimbursement
Sign-on Bonuses for Clinical positions
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
Disability
Life Insurance
Fitness Center Memberships

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

Resume and Letter of Interest must be included with application
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Must be 18 years of age or turning 18 no later than program completion
Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license
Commitment of one year of EMT service to AMT in a full-time capacity
Must be able to provide proof of up to date immunizations
Must successfully pass AMT-administered EMT entrance exam prior to start of class
Must successfully complete AMT-ordered post-offer occupational health screen that includes: drug screen, health physical, and physical ability test prior to the start of the class