Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant
Location: ER24 Limpopo (all cities), South Africa
Job Type: Permanent, On-site
Closing Date: 2 September 2025
Number of Positions: 1
Reference Number: 63168
Recruiter Name: Natalie Williams
Note: If you are an internal employee on a fixed-term contract, please apply using an external candidate profile—not your employee profile.
Main Purpose of the Job
To respond to emergency calls and provide intermediate life support and medical care, in line with the applicable scope of practice.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure full operational readiness to respond to emergency calls
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Administer patient care according to scope of practice
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Promote and maintain a professional public image for ER24
Education Requirements
Essential:
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Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate or
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Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
Desired:
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Completion of Clinical Practice Guidelines training (as published by the Health Professions Council of South Africa)
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If not yet compliant with the guidelines, you must complete this training during your probation period if appointed
Experience Requirements
Minimum:
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1 year of EMS (Emergency Medical Services) experience
Preferred:
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1 year of Intermediate Life Support (ILS) experience
Skills and Knowledge Required
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Knowledge of best practices in emergency medical care
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Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
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Familiarity with facilities, travel routes, and local geography
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Understanding of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
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Ability to complete and manage Patient Report Forms
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Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Employment Equity:
All applications will be considered. However, preference will be given in line with Mediclinic Southern Africa's Employment Equity Plan and to internal applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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