Emergency Medical Responder – Basic Ambulance

Mediclinic; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic is seeking an Emergency Medical responder to answer emergency calls and provide basic medical care within the defined scope of practice. The role emphasizes rapid assessment and safe patient handling in dynamic environments.

The position requires a Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate and experience with road-based BLS. Training on clinical practice guidelines may be required during probation, with a focus on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Essential education: Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate.
• Desirable education: Training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines published by the HPCSA; advantageous.
• If not compliant at application, training to be completed during probation if successful.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls.
• Administer patient care in line with scope of practice.
• Market and maintain a positive public image for ER24.

Skills

Facilities & routes

HPCSA guidelines

Best practice

EMS environment

English proficiency

Patient reports

Education

Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

Clinical Practice Guidelines training

Job description

Mediclinic is seeking an Emergency Medical responder to answer emergency calls and provide basic medical care within the defined scope of practice. The role emphasizes rapid assessment and safe patient handling in dynamic environments.

The position requires a Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate and experience with road-based BLS. Training on clinical practice guidelines may be required during probation, with a focus on patient safety and quality care.