Operational Basic Ambulance Assistant

Mediclinic International; Hermanus; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

ER24 Western Cape - East in Hermanus, South Africa, is seeking a dedicated professional to attend emergency calls and provide basic medical care within scope of practice. This on-site, permanent role requires respect for HPCSA guidelines and strong English communication.

Essentially, 6 months to 1 year of road BLS experience is needed, with 2 years preferred. Recruiter: Natalie Williams. Closing date: 17/09/2026.

Qualifications

• Essential education: Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate.
• Desirable: training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines published by HPCSA.

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

English language proficiency

Education

Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

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ER24 Western Cape - East| Hermanus | South Africa

Closing date: 17/09/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Natalie Williams
Reference number: 73390
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To attend to emergency calls and provide basic 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 pratice
Market and maintain a positive public image for ER24

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

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: 6 months – 1-year road BLS experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 years road BLS experience

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Facilities, travel routes and demographical area
• HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Application of best practice
• 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.