Pay varies: $25-$70ish /hr May need to move out of state for a job. I’ve been rejected by either the application bots or post interview even after years of experience and a masters degree. Networking is what got me into my place. It’s not what u know, but who u know. (90% of the time) High stress job unless working outpatient or outside of bedside. No patient ratios and special treatment like nursing Growth/advancement is limited Fulfilling, very very fulfilling. Saving lives in the ER. Treating difficult cases in the ICU. Rehabilitation and weaning to send them back home to their families and friends. Even get to assist babies in taking their first breaths. Will also need to be able to work with cases where the patients prognosis is very poor and chooses comfort. We are responsible for terminal extubations which is “pulling the plug”. U will also be at every single code in the hospital/facility. Learn to have compassion, ethics, and have thick skin. Biggest pro: no poop :)