Operational Basic Ambulance Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pretoria seeks an Operational Basic Ambulance Assistant. The successful candidate will attend emergency calls and provide basic medical care, ensure operational readiness, and maintain a good public image. Requirements include a Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate and prior BLS experience. This is an on-site position offering a chance to be involved in emergency medical services, and a strong command of English is preferred.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of road BLS experience is essential.
• 2 years road BLS experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend to emergency calls and provide basic medical care.
• Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls.
• Market and maintain a positive public image for ER24.

Skills

Knowledge of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice

Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Familiarity with facilities, travel routes, and demographical areas

Education

Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

Completion of training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines

Job description

Overview

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Position

Operational Basic Ambulance Assistant

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 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.
• 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; EMS environment; Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal); Patient Report Forms

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.

Additional Information

• Closing date: 05/02/2026
• Number of positions: 1
• Recruiter name: Natalie Williams
• Reference number: 67113
• Workplace Type: Onsite
• Job Type: Paramedical

Please note: if you are an internal employee on a fixed-term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile.