Emergency Care Officer (Grade 1 and Grade 3)

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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:

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.

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.

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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