Operational Paramedic at Mediclinic

Closing date: 04/12/2022  
Number of positions: 1 
Recruiter name: Tara Lynn Kotze  
Reference number: 31241  
Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To attend to emergency calls and provide advanced medical care in line with scope of practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Oversee and ensure operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administer patient care in line with scope of practice
• Market and maintain positive public image for ER24
• Provide basic shift  administration services

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Critical Care Assistant (CCA) or National diploma in emergency medical or Diploma Emergency Medical Care.

DESIRED EDUCATION: Successful completion of training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines published by the Health Professions Council of South Africa will be advantageous. If not compliant with the clinical practice guidelines at the time of application you will be required to complete this training during your probation period if successful in your application.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Newly qualified ALS  with  operational EMS experience 

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 years ALS operational experience

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• EMS environment
• Facilities, travel routes and demographical area
• HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Patient Report Forms
• Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal)
• Application of best practice