Operational Emergency Care Assistant- Jhb

Er24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading emergency medical service provider is looking for an Operational Emergency Care Assistant in Johannesburg. This entry-level position involves supporting emergency care under the guidance of experienced professionals. Duties include ensuring operational readiness, administering patient care, and maintaining a positive public image for the service. Ideal candidates should hold a Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care, and additional Basic Life Support certification is beneficial. This role is perfect for those seeking a start in the emergency medical field.

Qualifications

• Hold a Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care.
• Basic Life Support certification is an advantage.
• No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls.
• Administer patient care in line with scope of practice.
• Report near misses and adverse events.
• Market and maintain a positive public image.

Skills

Application of best practice

EMS environment

English language (verbal and written)

Facilities, travel routes, and geographical area

HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice

Patient report forms

Education

Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

Job description

Job title: Operational Emergency Care Assistant- JHB

Job Location

Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: December 05,

Overview

The Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) will practice as clinical assistants within the emergency medical care and rescue environment thereby replacing the Basic Ambulance Assistant Course as the entry qualification into the emergency medical services. This position is an entry-level qualification and recognises the key competencies required of Emergency Care Assistants (ECAs) who will work under the guidance of Emergency Care Technicians, Emergency Care Practitioners and Medical Officers in a variety of contexts. Holders of this qualification will operate mainly in and around the ambulance, within wide ranging contexts, including rural, urban, military, coastal, corporate, mass gatherings, homes and workplaces. In general, the Emergency Care Assistant will provide a supportive service within the pre-hospital context.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Ensure Operational Readiness for Emergency Calls
• Administer Patient Care in line with scope of practice
• Report near misses, slips, and adverse events
• Market and maintain a positive public image of ER24

Education

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
• DESIRED EDUCATION: American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

Experience

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant

Skills and Knowledge

• Application of best practice
• EMS environment
• English language (verbal and written)
• Facilities, travel routes, and geographical area
• HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Patient report forms

Closing date

03 / 12 /

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