Emergency Care Officers x18 posts at Mpumalanga Dept of Health for qualified Ambulance Emergency Assistant
- Career Exibs SA
- Apr 26
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MPUMALANGA PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
The Department of Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. Candidates whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
POST 14/146 : EMERGENCY CARE OFFICER GRADE 3 REF. NO: MPDoH/Apr/25/56 (6 POSTS)
SALARY : R217 983 - R286 521 per annum
CENTRE : EMS Nelspruit Station (2 Post) EMS Bongani Station (2 Post) EMS Matikwana Station (2 Post) (Ehlanzeni District)
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Current registration with the HPCSA (2025). Unendorsed driver’s licence (C1) and valid professional drivers permit (PrDP) for transporting patients. Candidates are expected to write an assessment test and test driving. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: The incumbents of these posts will report to the EMS Station Manager: Emergency Medical Services and will be responsible to provide pre-hospital treatment within the scope of Intermediate Life Support and transport patients to an appropriate health facility in order to minimize the loss of life. The ideal candidates must: Possess knowledge of Intermediate Life Support Protocols. Have understanding of EMS and its line of business. Possess knowledge of basic Medical Rescue. Possess knowledge of Rules and Regulations of Road Traffic Ordinance. Possess good communication skills. Have practical patient management skills. Have the ability to implement emergency procedures. Have the ability to work under pressure. Be able to operate in any EMS environment i.e. Emergency ambulance, Obstetric ambulance, inter-facility ambulance, communication centres and Patient Transport Services as per the allocation or deployment by EMS management.
DUTIES : Treat, stabilize and transport patients according to the Intermediate Life Support scope of practice as per HPCSA Protocols. Respond to all calls as 118 dispatched by the Communication Centre or as requested by other medical professionals to assist with Intermediate Life Support of patient treatment. Maintain best clinical practice in accordance with quality standards and maintaining Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Maintain vehicle and medical equipment, check the allocated vehicle and equipment and complete the checklist, report all losses, damages and discrepancies to the Shift Leader. Wash, clean and disinfect the interior/exterior of the vehicle and maintain the vehicle in a clean condition and good working order at all times. Change and replenish surgical sundries and medical gases and ensure that all items are used before expiry date. Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy station. Complete and submit all paperwork to the Shift Leader before the termination of the shift or as required. Hand over the vehicle and equipment to the next shift/relevant authority fully replenished, clean and in good working order. Abide by the EMS Standard Operational Procedures. Actively participate in training and quality assurance programs. Perform any other duties as delegated by the supervisor. Candidates are expected to work shifts, they should be mentally and physically fit to perform their duties.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
POST 14/147 : EMERGENCY CARE OFFICER GRADE 3 REF. NO: MPDoH/Apr/25/63 (7 POSTS).
SALARY : R217 983 - R286 521 per annum
CENTRE : EMS Waterval Boven Station (1 Post) EMS Mmametlhake Station (6 Posts) (Nkangala District)
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Current registration with the HPCSA (2025). Unendorsed driver’s licence (C1) and valid professional drivers permit (PrDP) for transporting patients. Candidates are expected to write an assessment test and test driving. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: The incumbents of these posts will report to the EMS Station Manager: Emergency Medical Services and will be responsible to provide pre-hospital treatment within the scope of Intermediate Life Support and transport patients to an appropriate health facility in order to minimize the loss of life. The ideal candidates must: Possess knowledge of Intermediate Life Support Protocols. Have understanding of EMS and its line of business. Possess knowledge of basic Medical Rescue. Possess knowledge of Rules and Regulations of Road Traffic Ordinance. Possess good communication skills. Have practical patient management skills. Have the ability to implement emergency procedures. Have the ability to work under pressure. Be able to operate in any EMS environment i.e. Emergency ambulance, Obstetric ambulance, inter-facility ambulance, communication centres and Patient Transport Services as per the allocation or deployment by EMS management.
DUTIES : Treat, stabilize and transport patients according to the Intermediate Life Support scope of practice as per HPCSA Protocols. Respond to all calls as dispatched by the Communication Centre or as requested by other medical professionals to assist with Intermediate Life Support of patient treatment. Maintain best clinical practice in accordance with quality standards and maintaining Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Maintain vehicle and medical equipment, check the allocated vehicle and equipment and complete the checklist, report all losses, damages and discrepancies to the Shift Leader. Wash, clean and disinfect the interior/exterior of the vehicle and maintain the vehicle in a clean condition and good working order at all times. Change and replenish surgical sundries and medical gases and ensure that all items are used before expiry date. Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy station. Complete and submit all paperwork to the Shift Leader before the termination of the shift or as required. Hand over the vehicle and equipment to the next shift/relevant authority fully replenished, clean and in good working order. Abide by the EMS Standard Operational Procedures. Actively participate in training and quality assurance programs. Perform any other duties as delegated by the supervisor. Candidates are expected to work shifts, they should be mentally and physically fit to perform their duties.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
POST 14/148 : EMERGENCY CARE OFFICER GRADE 3 REF. NO.:MPDoH/Apr/25/68 (5 POSTS)
SALARY : R217 983 - R286 521 per annum
CENTRE : EMS Embalenhle Station (4 Posts) EMS Mayflower Station (1 Post) (Gert Sibande District)
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant. Current registration with the HPCSA (2025). Unendorsed driver’s licence (C1) and valid professional drivers permit (PrDP) for transporting patients. Candidates are expected to write an assessment test and test driving. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: The incumbents of these posts will report to the EMS Station Manager: Emergency Medical Services and will be responsible to provide pre-hospital treatment within the scope of Intermediate Life Support and transport patients to an appropriate health facility in order to minimize the loss of life. The ideal candidates must: Possess knowledge of Intermediate Life Support Protocols. Have understanding of EMS and its line of business. Possess knowledge of basic Medical Rescue. Possess knowledge of Rules and Regulations of Road Traffic Ordinance. Possess good communication skills. Have practical patient management skills. Have the ability to implement emergency procedures. Have the ability to work under pressure. Be able to operate in any EMS environment i.e. Emergency ambulance, Obstetric ambulance, inter-facility ambulance, communication centres and Patient Transport Services as per the allocation or deployment by EMS management.
DUTIES : Treat, stabilize and transport patients according to the Intermediate Life Support scope of practice as per HPCSA Protocols. Respond to all calls as dispatched by the Communication Centre or as requested by other medical professionals to assist with Intermediate Life Support of patient treatment. Maintain best clinical practice in accordance with quality standards and maintaining Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Maintain vehicle and medical equipment, check the allocated vehicle and equipment and complete the checklist, report all losses, damages and discrepancies to the Shift Leader. Wash, clean and disinfect the interior/exterior of the vehicle and maintain the vehicle in a clean condition and good working order at all times. Change and replenish surgical sundries and medical gases and ensure that all items are used before expiry date. Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy station. Complete and submit all paperwork to the Shift Leader before the termination of the shift or as required. Hand over the vehicle and equipment to the next shift/relevant authority fully replenished, clean and in good working order. Abide by the EMS Standard Operational Procedures. Actively participate in training and quality assurance programs. Perform any other duties as delegated by the supervisor. Candidates are expected to work shifts, they should be mentally and physically fit to perform their duties.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
APPLICATIONS : Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za.
NOTE : Applicants must utilise the most recent online Z83 application for employment form available online and complete the declaration as per the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and declared online. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to complete Z83 and upload the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representation (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representation will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.
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