Latest Roles at MHR

Requirements    

• 3 or 4-year Diploma or 4 year Degree in Nursing; Nursing Management qualification
• At least 5 years professional experience in a tertiary healthcare institution; 2-3 years management experience in a tertiary healthcare institution

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Infection prevention and control (IPC) principles and protocols
• Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
• Clinical risk management
• Healthcare industry
• Management of staff productivity
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Financial management
• Nursing functional knowledge
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Auditing and accreditation processes
• Human resource processes including employee relations
• Patient complaint management

Key Outputs    

• The main purpose of the job is to lead and direct the nursing service in the hospital
• Compile, implement and monitor the hospital specific nursing strategy
• Drive and support a culture of quality nursing care and patient safety
• Manage resources to ensure optimal operational efficiency
• Manage the patient experience
• Lead and manage people in the nursing department
• Manage key stakeholder relations 

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Requirements    

• Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is essential
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers serves as an advantage
• 1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)

Required job skills and knowledge:

• Knowledge and application of best practice
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• English language skills (verbal and written)
• Familiar with facilities, travel routes, and geographical area
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    
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.  In general, the Emergency Care Assistant will provide a supportive service within the pre-hospital context.

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the ECA scope of practice
• Report near misses, slips and adverse event

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Requirements    

• Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is essential
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers serves as an advantage
• 1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)

Required job skills and knowledge:

• Knowledge and application of best practice
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• English language skills (verbal and written)
• Familiar with facilities, travel routes, and geographical area
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    
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.  In general, the Emergency Care Assistant will provide a supportive service within the pre-hospital context.

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the ECA scope of practice
• Report near misses, slips and adverse event

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Requirements    

• Basic Life Support Practitioner qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as a BAA/BLS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• A minimum of 6 months BLS road experience
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the BAA/BLS scope of practice

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Requirements    

• Basic Life Support Practitioner qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as a BAA/BLS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• A minimum of 6 months BLS road experience
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the BAA/BLS scope of practice

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Requirements    

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as an AEA/ILS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Previous work experience within an Emergency Medical Services environment is essential
• 1 year's AEA/ILS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instruction and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the AEA/ILS scope of practice

go to method of application »

Requirements    

• Basic Life Support Practitioner qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as a BAA/BLS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• A minimum of 6 months BLS road experience
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the BAA/BLS scope of practice

go to method of application »

Requirements    

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as an AEA/ILS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Previous work experience within an Emergency Medical Services environment is essential
• 1 year's AEA/ILS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instruction and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the AEA/ILS scope of practice

go to method of application »

Requirements    

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as an AEA/ILS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Previous work experience within an Emergency Medical Services environment is essential
• 1 year's AEA/ILS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instruction and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the AEA/ILS scope of practice

go to method of application »

Requirements    

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant qualification is essential
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as an AEA/ILS
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Previous work experience within an Emergency Medical Services environment is essential
• 1 year's AEA/ILS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instruction and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with the AEA/ILS scope of practice

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Requirements    

• Professional registration with HPCSA as an ALS/Paramedic or Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP)
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Proven operational experience as a Paramedic or newly qualified Paramedic - 1 year’s ALS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Reaches sound decisions through the evaluation of relevant information
• Strives to identify and deliver on patient's needs and continuously focus on the patient experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Key Outputs    

• Oversees and ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with scope of practice
• Liaison with trauma staff and doctors
• Provides basic shift administration services

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Requirements    

• Professional registration with HPCSA as an ALS/Paramedic or Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP)
• A valid drivers’ license and valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) (Requirement for Operations shifts. If only going to work events, no PrDP required)
• Proven operational experience as a Paramedic or newly qualified Paramedic - 1 year’s ALS operational experience will be advantageous
• Sound knowledge of the EMS environment
• Knowledge and application of HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Working knowledge and experience of Patient Report Forms
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Reaches sound decisions through the evaluation of relevant information
• Strives to identify and deliver on patient's needs and continuously focus on the patient experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Key Outputs    

• Oversees and ensures operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administers patient care in line with scope of practice
• Liaison with trauma staff and doctors
• Provides basic shift administration services

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Requirements    

• Advanced First Aid/First Aid or Level 3 qualification
• Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) experience is essential
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Administers patient care in line with the Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) scope of work.

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Requirements    

• Advanced First Aid/First Aid or Level 3 qualification
• Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) experience is essential
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Administers patient care in line with the Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) scope of work.

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Requirements    

• Advanced First Aid/First Aid or Level 3 qualification
• Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) experience is essential
• Knowledge of the EMS environment
• Upholds high ethical and professional standards
• Follows instructions and adheres to procedures
• Works accurately and thoroughly by attending to detail
• Responds constructively to pressure and perseveres through challenges
• Collaborates with and supports colleagues in order to achieve shared goals
• Strives to identify and deliver on clients' needs and a continued focus on the client experience

Key Outputs    

• Administers patient care in line with the Emergency First Responder (First Aid Level 3) scope of work.

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Introduction    

• Our client, a well-known private healthcare group, is urgently looking for Enrolled Nurses with proven work experience in general wards/general private practice. This is a permanent opportunity at several private general practice facilities in Cape Town (Milnerton, Blaauwberg and Century City) in the Western Cape and Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape

Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Diploma/Degree in nursing leading to qualification as Enrolled Nurse
• 2 - 3 years experience within a clinical environment is essential
• Valid SANC licence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Key Outputs    
The candidate should conduct duties with empathy, respect, and openness. The focus of the position is to perform all nursing duties in accordance with the scope of practice as prescribed by the South African Nursing Council, while adhering to all facility policies and procedures.

• Assist the Medical Practitioner in the pre-screening, treatment and care of patients
• Assist Medical Reception in prioritising medical emergencies
• Actively maintain stock management processes
• Participate in monthly stock cycle counts
• Maintain emergency trolley in accordance with company policies and procedures
• When scheduled to work, act as the responsible person after hours to ensure smooth operations and escalate to the practice manager as and when required