Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant

Mediclinic Group; Upington; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant in Upington, South Africa. The role involves responding to emergencies and providing medical care in accordance with established protocols. Candidates should hold an Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate and possess at least one year of EMS experience. Proficiency in English and familiarity with clinical practice guidelines are preferred. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact in emergency healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1 year EMS experience required.
• 1 year ILS experience desired.

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

Application of best practice

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Knowledge of facilities, travel routes and demographical area

HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice

Patient Report Forms

Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal)

Education

Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate or Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

Training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines

Job description

Mediclinic wants to alert candidates that third parties are from time to time fraudulently advertising vacancies at Mediclinic and/or offering employment contracts with subsequent payment instructions to accounts linked to the fraudulent activity. Please note that Mediclinic will never request payment for an application or offer made. All official vacancies are advertised on the Mediclinic career website and candidates are advised to visit the site to confirm the validity of vacancies.

Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant

Location: Upington, South Africa
Closing date: 21/11/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter: Natalie Williams
Reference number: 65320

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

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

KEY 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

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

JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

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

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
All applicants must be approved for a reference check and drug test before the position is offered.