Frontline EMS Care: Basic Ambulance Assistant

Er24 Kwazulu Natal Durban; Durban; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

An emergency medical services provider in Durban is seeking a Basic Ambulance Assistant to respond to emergency calls and provide essential medical care. Responsibilities include ensuring operational readiness for emergencies, administering patient care, and promoting a positive company image. Candidates must have a Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate and ideally possess BLS experience of at least 6 months. Training related to clinical practices is advantageous. This role is vital in maintaining safety and efficiency in EMS operations.

Qualifications

• Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate is a must.
• Completion of related clinical training is advantageous.
• 6 months to 2 years of road BLS experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to emergency calls and provide basic medical care.
• Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls.
• Administer patient care as per scope of practice.
• Market and maintain a positive company image.

Skills

Knowledge of facilities, travel routes and demographical area

Understanding of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice

Application of best practice in EMS environment

Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Experience in completing Patient Report Forms

Education

Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

Completion of Clinical Practice Guidelines training

Job description

An emergency medical services provider in Durban is seeking a Basic Ambulance Assistant to respond to emergency calls and provide essential medical care. Responsibilities include ensuring operational readiness for emergencies, administering patient care, and promoting a positive company image. Candidates must have a Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate and ideally possess BLS experience of at least 6 months. Training related to clinical practices is advantageous. This role is vital in maintaining safety and efficiency in EMS operations.