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.