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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
EMS Emergency Care Officer Grade 1 and 3 (BAA/AEA)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS131/2024
  Emergency Medical Services, Metropole (Northern, Southern, Eastern & Western District)
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols within the scope of registration category. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy and skills.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Grade 1: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an BAA. Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA.
 
Minimum Educational Qualification:
Grade 1: Successful completion of an appropriate Basic Life Support (BLS) course that allows registration with the HPCSA as Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA). Grade 3: Successful completion of an appropriate Intermediate Life Support (ILS) course that allows registration with the HPCSA as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA).
 
Enquiries:
Mr. A Hickey (District Manager - Northern) – 021 830 1150 / Mr M Solomons, Tel: 021 830 1149 Mr. LM Mdzeke (District Manager - Southern) – 021 374 2316 / Ms K Ndiki, Tel: 021 374 2316 Mr. M Petersen (District Manager - Eastern) – 021 816 8806 / Ms N Mlatsha, Tel: 021 816 8807 Mr. A Lund (District Manager - Western) – 021 508 4508 / Mr J Calvert, Tel: 021 508 4507
 
Experience:
None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a BAA or AEA.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
Provide quality and efficient roadside to bedside definitive emergency care within defined emergency time frames within and across geographic and clinical service platforms. Make use of all communication tools as provided by the Employer to facilitate safe communication in relation to patient care protocols. Effectively maintaining Admin Function: complete manual and electronic patient care reports and trip authority log sheets. Maintenance of Emergency Vehicles and Equipment. Ensure effective communication with regards to patients, colleagues, other services and members of the Public. Provide effective support to the supervisor and participate in own wellbeing.
 
Note:
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid code C1 driver’s license. Valid professional driver’s permit (PrDP). Physical and mental fitness.
 
Note:
Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 177 714- R 203 193 per annum, Grade 3: R 206 619- R 271 584 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
12/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 12/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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