Ambulance Emergency Assistant

LIFE Healthcare Group; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Health Solutions is seeking two permanent Ambulance Emergency Assistants in Richards Bay to provide emergency medical and rescue services. Successful candidates will work 12-hour shifts and must have HPCSA registration with clinical experience. Applications close on June 25, 2025.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' clinical experience as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant.
• Must hold a valid Code C1 (10) driver’s license with PrDP.
• Legislative knowledge and computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical and rescue services at designated sites.
• Administer emergency care including medical response and rescue.
• Maintain compliance with legal standards and hygiene policies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Registration with HPCSA as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant

Motor Vehicle Rescue certification

Confined Space Rescue certification

American Heart Association BLS certification

International Trauma Life Support certification

Job description

Exciting Two permanent positions are available for Ambulance Emergency Assistants at Life Health Solutions (LHS), part of the Life EMS Department, in Richards Bay. The successful candidates will provide quality emergency medical and rescue services, ensuring effective, efficient, and compliant care that meets and exceeds client expectations. They will work 12-hour shifts on a rotational basis, depending on operational demands.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide emergency medical and rescue services at designated sites.
2. Administer emergency care, including medical response and rescue when required.
3. Maintain legal compliance and confidentiality regarding personal and medical information.
4. Adhere to HPCSA, Life LHS/Life EMS, and client professional and quality standards.
5. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene, following infection control and safety policies.
6. Contribute to team communication and cooperation within EMS, occupational health clinics, and the client.
7. Assist with patient testing, monitoring, and treatment in occupational health clinics.
8. Perform administrative duties such as record keeping, stock control, and replenishment of first aid supplies.
9. Support staff training and client emergency response teams.
10. Participate in audits and ensure KPI compliance.
11. Maintain physical fitness and pass relevant medical examinations.

Minimum Requirements

• Registration with HPCSA as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant with at least 3 years' clinical experience.
• Preferred courses: Motor Vehicle Rescue, Confined Space Rescue, American Heart Association BLS, International Trauma Life Support.
• Valid Code C1 (10) driver’s license with PrDP and own transport.
• Own accommodation.
• Legislative knowledge, teamwork, interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, resilience, teamwork, influencing skills, business insight, motivation, excellence orientation, ethics, relationship building, customer responsiveness, communication skills.

Applications should be sent to [e-mail] by Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Internal and external candidates are welcome. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.