The Western Cape Department of Health is inviting applications for the position of Emergency Care Officer: Grade 1 and 3 (BAA/AEA) within the Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support. These positions are vital for ensuring efficient and effective emergency medical services across various locations in the Western Cape. Here are the details for the available positions in Oudtshoorn, Piketberg, Metropole, and Overberg District.
Position Details
Emergency Care Officer: Grade 1 and 3 (BAA/AEA)
- Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
- Salary:
- Grade 1: R177,714 per annum
- Grade 3: R206,619 per annum
- Closing Date: 02 August 2024
- Application Method: Online via Western Cape Government Health Jobs
Requirements
Minimum Educational Qualifications
- Grade 1: Successful completion of an appropriate Basic Life Support (BLS) course that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA).
- Grade 3: Successful completion of an appropriate Intermediate Life Support (ILS) course that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA).
Professional Registration
- Grade 1: Registration with the HPCSA as a BAA.
- Grade 3: Registration with the HPCSA as an AEA.
Experience
- None required after registration with the HPCSA as a BAA or AEA.
Inherent Requirements
- Valid Code C1 driver’s license.
- Valid professional driver’s permit (PrDP).
- Physical and mental fitness.
Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols within the scope of the registration category.
- Computer literacy and skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide quality and efficient roadside-to-bedside definitive emergency care within defined emergency time frames within and across geographic and clinical service platforms.
- Utilize all communication tools provided by the employer to facilitate safe communication in relation to patient care protocols.
- Complete manual and electronic patient care reports and trip authority log sheets.
- Maintain emergency vehicles and equipment.
- Ensure effective communication regarding patients, colleagues, other services, and members of the public.
- Provide effective support to the supervisor and participate in own well-being.
Enquiries
For specific enquiries regarding the positions, you may contact:
- Oudtshoorn:
- Mr. J Jansen (District Manager – Garden Route), Tel: (044) 802-2500
- Ms. L Jacobs, Tel: (044) 802-2521
- Piketberg:
- Mr. EW Pedro (District Manager – West Coast), Tel: (022) 433-8853
- Ms. S Andrew, Tel: (022) 433-8853
- Metropole:
- Mr. A Hickey (District Manager – Northern), Tel: 021 508 4508
- Mr. M Solomons, Tel: 021 830 1149
- Ms. K Ndiki, Tel: 021 374 2316
- Mr. M Petersen (District Manager – Eastern), Tel: 021 816 8806
- Mr. LM Mdzeke (District Manager – Southern), Tel: 021 374 2316
- Ms. N Mlatsha, Tel: 021 816 8807
- Mr. A Lund (District Manager – Western), Tel: 021 508 4508
- Mr. J Calvert, Tel: 021 508 4507
- Overberg District:
- Ms. H Esterhuizen (Sub-District Manager – Overberg), Tel: (028) 312 1063
- Mr. D Geiger (Sub-District Manager – Overberg), Tel: (028) 284 1900
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online via the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal. No payment of any kind is required when applying for these positions. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.
For more information and to apply, visit Western Cape Government Health Jobs.
