Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant

Mediclinic; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Potchefstroom is seeking an Emergency Medical Care professional to attend to emergency calls and administer patient care. The role requires at least 1 year of EMS experience and a relevant certificate. Successful candidates will ensure operational readiness and uphold a positive public image for the organization. Proficiency in English and knowledge of HPCSA guidelines are essential. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• 1 year of EMS experience is essential.
• 1 year of ILS experience is desired.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to emergency calls and provide medical care.
• Ensure operational readiness for emergency situations.
• Administer patient care according to scope of practice.
• Market and maintain a positive public image for ER24.

Education

Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate

Higher certificate in Emergency Medical Care

Training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To attend to emergency calls and provide intermediate medical care in line with scope of practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

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

Required Education

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate or Higher certificate in Emergency Medical Care
• DESIRED EDUCATION: Successful completion of training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines published by the Health Professions Council of South Africa will be advantageous. If not compliant with the clinical practice guidelines at the time of application you will be required to complete this training during your probation period if successful in your application

Required Experience

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year EMS experience
• DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year ILS experience

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Application of best practice
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Facilities, travel routes and demographical area
• HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Patient Report Forms
• Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal)