Paramedic

Netcare; Kuilsrivier; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Netcare Kuilsrivier Hospital is hiring a Paramedic to support emergency care and patient management on site. You will handle administrative duties, maintain accurate patient and equipment records, and respond swiftly to emergency calls following HPCSA protocols.

The role requires strong communication, CPD compliance, and teamwork within Netcare 911 operations. Ideal candidates hold HPCSA Paramedic registration, and ACLS/PALS/ATLS certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the HPCSA: Professional Board of Emergency Care Personnel as a Paramedic (CCA / N. Dip EMC / Dip EMC)
• CPD/CPG updates current and up-to-date

Responsibilities

• Enhance operational efficiencies, client liaison and retention, service delivery and quality patient management.
• Handle administrative duties and complete documentation for duties and overtime.
• Provide Advanced Life Support as per HPCSA protocols during emergencies and ensure recording of all calls with Case Numbers.
• Maintain station cleanliness, stock control, and proper vehicle/equipment checks.
• Attend CME training to maintain CPD compliance and participate in community activities if required.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Education

HPCSA Paramedic Registration

ACLS/PALS/ATLS certifications

Business management knowledge (preferred)

Tools

Geopal

Job description

## ParamedicApply: Onsite: Netcare Kuilsrivier Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 9, 2026 (6 days left to apply): JR107148**We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose.****We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity.****Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.**ROLE SUMMARY To enhance operational efficiencies, client liaison and retention, service delivery and quality patient management within the Organisation.KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIESOPERATIONAL EXCELLENCEAdministrative Duties• Complete all the company and legal documentation essential in the completion of your duty, and ensure that copies of such documentation are handed to the Operations Manager for filing (action)• Ensure hospital records are completed in accordance with their internal requirements whenever a patient is delivered to them via the casualty/emergency unit• Complete E - Patient Report Forms accurately for every patient treated Complete any and all paperwork required for overtime worked and leave required• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by Operational ManagerQuality Improvement• Quality assurance to maintain work standards, integrity of data reporting• Respond to any emergency if requested and administer Advanced Life Support treatment to any patient requiring as per the HPCSA protocols and regulations• Log all calls with the Netcare 911 Call Centre and obtain a Case Number for every call attended• Ensure the cleanliness of the station on a daily basis• Ensure proper and adequate stock control and replacement immediately after a call if possible• Attend CME training to maintain CPD compliance• Submit to involvement in community projects if required• Required to have the necessary knowledge and display adequate levels of competence in the treatment of patients as per your training and qualification, and familiarize yourself with any changes to the treatment protocols as prescribed by the HPCSA• Required to adhere to all company policies and procedures applicable to your job, failing which disciplinary action may be instituted against you• Vehicle and Equipment• Ensure the effective control of equipment in the Department as per set guidelines• Ensure a detailed check of the vehicle and equipment assigned to you before commencement of your shift on Geopal, and to report such discrepancies to your Operations Manager• Ensure the cleanliness of all vehicles and equipment on a daily basis and a thorough cleaning session once a week.• Maintain all equipment in satisfactory working conditions in accordance with manufacturers’ details• Ensure sufficient care is taken to prevent loss of equipment and report all losses/stolen ’to management.• Ensure that all rechargeable equipment is kept serviceable• Maintain rechargeable batteries.• Update contents check lists accordingly• Ensure accurate record keeping for all drugs used and, in your possession,Health and Safety• 10 Compliance with Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act requirements• Ensure compliance with Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act requirements and report all injuries sustained on duty immediately to the Operations Manager, Call Centre.• Ensure that all public areas in the Netcare 911 premises are kept neat and tidy at all times.• Act in the manner conducive to basic safety regulations whilst on duty• Ensure safe and considerate driving techniques at all times whilst in control of the company vehicle• Ensure that the scene of an incident is safe to approach and if not, make such a scene safe according to the regulations in your specific level of emergency care training• Ensure reporting of any unusual occurrence of company importance, whilst on duty, to the Operations Manager immediately.• Wear the appropriate protective gear on each scene as necessary• Ensure proper and adequate stock control and replacement immediately after a call if possibleBEST AND SAFEST PATIENT CAREPatient Care• Required to respond to all emergency calls within one minute and all non- emergency calls within three minutes, unless you inform the emergency call contact centre immediately of an adequate reason why you are unable to do so• Be an ambassador to the company by always displaying compassion and empathy towards your patients, their family members and friends• Keep family members informed about patient treatment• Hand all patients over to hospital staff as per protocol• Wear protective gloves when treating or transporting all patients• Respect the confidential nature of the information patients share with you even after their death• Be courteous and professional when interacting with patients.• Accurately document all patients’ information and valuables• Ensure drug registers are filled out when appropriate drugs have been administered• Ensure regular drug stock counts are conductedGROWING WITH PASSIONATE PEOPLESelf-Management and Development• Identify self-development needs in terms of job requirements and career progression and bring these to the attention of the immediate manager• Formulate action steps to close the gap between the ideal and actual state of competence• Share knowledge with relevant team members.• Follow agreed upon (authorised) action steps until desired competence is achieved• Be punctual and behave appropriately to the business environment• Meet deadlinesCustomer satisfaction• Ongoing Customers satisfaction according to set standards• Be a model of excellent customer service, ensuring that all customers experience excellent and satisfactory interaction at all time• Listen with empathy while remaining professional at all timesSKILLS PROFILEEDUCATIONEssential• Current registration with the HPCSA: Professional Board of Emergency Care Personnel as a Paramedic (CCA / N. Dip EMC / Dip EMC)• Currency with the HPCSA CPG updates.Preferred• An education or qualification in business management would be beneficial• Current registration in ACLS, PALS and ATLS would be beneficialWORK EXPERIENCEPreferred• 4 Years of post-graduate patient care experience in an operational environment would be beneficial• Relevant computer proficiency would be beneficial (Microsoft Office)KNOWLEDGEEssential• Good general knowledge and understanding of legislation pertaining to the specific business environment of Netcare 911PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIn the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.VALUES AND BEHAVIOURSNetcare ValuesAt Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence.• Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation.• Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.• Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.• Compassion - The creative, compassionate, and innovative drive to do things better than before. To develop and implement successful healthcare solutions for all.• Participation - The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships with others and the commitment to communicate.The Netcare WayNetcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold:• I always greet everyone to show my respect.• I always wear my name badge to show my identity.• I am always well - groomed to show my dignity.• I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care.• I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion• I always say thank you to show my appreciation.• I always embrace diversity to show I am not a racistJoin the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care.