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Emergency Care Officer (Grade 1 and Grade 3)

Emergency Care Officer (Grade 1 and Grade 3)

Job Details

  • Position: Emergency Care Officer Grade 1 and Grade 3
  • Department: Emergency Medical Services
  • Location: Overberg District
  • Salary:
    • Grade 1: R177 714 per annum
    • Grade 3: R206 619 per annum
  • Closing Date: 02 August 2024

Requirements

Minimum Educational Requirements:

  • Grade 1:
    • Successful completion of an appropriate Basic Life Support (BLS) course.
    • Registration with the HPCSA as a Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA).
  • Grade 3:
    • Successful completion of an appropriate Intermediate Life Support (ILS) course.
    • Registration with the HPCSA as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA).
  • A Senior Certificate (or equivalent) is advantageous for both grades.

Registration with a Professional Council:

  • Grade 1: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a BAA.
  • Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA.

Experience:

  • None required after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a BAA or AEA.

Inherent Requirements:

  • Valid code C1 driver’s licence.
  • Valid professional driver’s permit (PrDP).
  • Physical and mental fitness.

Competencies:

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols within the scope of the registration category.
  • Computer literacy and skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide quality and efficient roadside-to-bedside definitive emergency care within defined emergency time frames across geographic and clinical service platforms.
  • Use communication tools provided by the Employer to facilitate safe communication in relation to patient care protocols.
  • Complete manual and electronic patient care reports and trip authority log sheets.
  • Maintain emergency vehicles and equipment.
  • Ensure effective communication regarding patients, colleagues, other services, and members of the public.
  • Provide effective support to the supervisor and participate in own well-being.

Contact Information

  • Ms H Esterhuizen (Sub-District Manager – Overberg): (028) 312 1063
  • Mr D Geiger (Sub-District Manager – Overberg): (028) 284 1900

Application

Applicants can apply online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal at www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.

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