ER24 Western Cape - East | Somerset West | South AfricaClosing date: 18/12/2024Number of positions: 1Recruiter name: Natalie WilliamsReference number: 56347Workplace Type: On-sitePermanentMAIN PURPOSE OF JOBThe Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) will practice as clinical assistants within the emergency medical care and rescue environment, 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 various 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 AREASEnsure Operational Readiness for Emergency CallsAdminister Patient Care in line with scope of practiceReport near misses, slips, and adverse eventsMarket and maintain a positive public image of ER24REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATIONHigher Certificate in Emergency Medical CareDESIRED EDUCATIONAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care ProvidersREQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCENoneDESIRED EXPERIENCE1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care AssistantREQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEApplication of best practiceEMS environmentEnglish language (verbal and written)Facilities, travel routes, and geographical areaHPCSA guidelines and scope of practicePatient report formsAll 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.
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