Operational Emergency Care Assistant
ER24 Kimberley | Kimberley | South Africa
Closing date: 06/08/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Natalie Williams
Reference number: 72034
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.
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