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Care Assistant jobs in South Africa

Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Medi Clinic

Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 120,000 - 180,000
5 days ago
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In-Home Aged Care Assistant | Empower Independence

Amana Living

Upington
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
7 days ago
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EMS Emergency Care Assistant - Start Pre-Hospital Career

Medi Clinic

Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 120,000 - 180,000
5 days ago
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Part-Time Day Club Care Assistant — Empowering Seniors

Amana Living

Upington
On-site
ZAR 337,000 - 450,000
6 days ago
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Caring Aged Care Assistant — Impact Lives Daily

Estia Health

Bloemfontein
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
5 days ago
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Night Care Assistant: Dignity-First Elder Care

Cashbuild Limited

Randburg
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
11 days ago

Night Care Assistant: Dignity-First Elder Care

Cashbuild

Bronkhorstspruit
On-site
ZAR 15,000 - 25,000
10 days ago

Night Care Assistant: Dignity-First Elder Care

Cashbuild

Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
12 days ago
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Theatre Nursing Assistant: Safe Care & Team Impact

Mediclinic

George
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 350,000
8 days ago

Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Medi Clinic

Bloemfontein
On-site
ZAR 120,000 - 140,000
17 days ago

Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Medi Clinic

Randburg
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
17 days ago

Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd

White Sands
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
22 days ago

Care Assistant required

Guardian Care Private Care Home

Roodepoort
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
25 days ago

Emergency Care Assistant — Entry-Level EMS Professional

Medi Clinic

Bloemfontein
On-site
ZAR 120,000 - 140,000
17 days ago

Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant / Emergency Care Assistant

ER24 Welkom

Welkom
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
17 days ago

Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant/ Emergency Care Assistant

Medi Clinic

Welkom
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
17 days ago

Theatre Care Assistant - Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary

Netcare

Pretoria
On-site
ZAR 250,000 - 300,000
17 days ago

Compassionate In-Home Care Assistant

DHL

Brakpan
On-site
ZAR 25,000 - 35,000
20 days ago

In-Home Care Assistant – Daily Living & Social Support

Tiger Brands

Brakpan
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
25 days ago

Care Assistant needed

Care4U

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
25 days ago

Surgical Enrolled Nurse — Quality Care & Patient Safety

Medi Clinic

Randburg
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Yesterday
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Enrolled Nurse: Medical Care & Patient Safety

Medi Clinic

!Kheis Local Municipality
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 350,000
Yesterday
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Enrolled Nurse - Surgical

Medi Clinic

Randburg
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Yesterday
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Enrolled Nurse - Medical

Medi Clinic

!Kheis Local Municipality
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 350,000
Yesterday
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General Psychiatric Nurse — Day & Night Shift Leader

Department of Health

Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 324,000 - 377,000
Yesterday
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Operational Emergency Care Assistant
Medi Clinic
Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 120 000 - 180 000
Full time
5 days ago
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Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an Emergency Care Assistant situated in Gauteng, South Africa. This entry-level position requires a Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care and focuses on supporting emergency medical professionals in a range of contexts. The role involves ensuring operational readiness, administering patient care, and maintaining a positive public image. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills and a commitment to best practices. An opportunity to start a rewarding career in emergency medical services, with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

  • Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is essential.
  • Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers is desired.
  • No prior experience needed, but 1-year experience as ECA is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • 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

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

ER24 JHB West | Gauteng | South Africa

Closing date: 15/12/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Natalie Williams
Reference number: 65709
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

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

Main Purpose of Job

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
Required Education

Essential Education

Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

Desired Education

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

Required Experience

Essential Minimum Experience

None

Desired Experience

1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant

Required Job 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

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.

* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.