Operational Basic Ambulance Assistant - Mediclinic

The Group is focused on providing specialist-orientated, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

•  Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate

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.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

•  6 months – 1-year road BLS experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of road BLS experience

INTERNAL

•  ECP, ALS; ILS; ECT, Contact Centre; Regional Managers

EXTERNAL

• Patients; SAPS; Fire Department; General Public
• Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls
• Administer patient care in line with the scope of practice
• Market and maintain a positive public image for ER24
• To attend to emergency calls and provide basic medical care in line with scope of practice.

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Organisational and Values Alignment
• HPCSA- BAA Code 8 PDP Drivers License
• Facilities, travel routes and demographical area
• Build Collaborative Relationships

• HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Application of best practice
• Analytical Thinking
• EMS environment
• Planning and Organising
• Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal)
• Emotional Intelligence
• Patient Report Forms
• Drive Client Service Excellence
• Handle Difficult Situations and Conflict
• Drive Results