Do paramedics get paid for overtime?

In many jurisdictions, paramedics are entitled to overtime pay when they work more than the standard number of hours per week or per day. The specific overtime pay rate may vary depending on the employer, union contracts, and local regulations.

For example, in the United States, the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) generally requires overtime pay for employees who are non-exempt and work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Many paramedics meet the FLSA overtime requirements, and their overtime pay is usually calculated at a rate of time and a half for each overtime hour.

Some paramedic employers may have additional policies or agreements regarding overtime pay that provide more favorable terms to their employees. It is important for paramedics to be aware of their employer's overtime policies and their entitlement to overtime pay as part of their employment.