LANSING, Mich. (Great Lakes News) – Emergency medical technicians (EMT) are in short supply nationwide and in Michigan.

Currently, there are about 1,000 open paramedic and EMT open positions statewide.

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The shortage is attributed, in part, to the aging Baby Boomer population. In addition, low wages and exposure to COVID-19 contribute to the open positions.

For more information on becoming an emergency medical technician, contact a local fire department or miambulance.org.