Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant Jobs

  • Full Time
  • Cape Town, South Africa

ER24

Job Opportunity: Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant

About ER24

ER24 is a leading private emergency medical care provider in South Africa. Since 2000, we have been committed to providing high-quality pre-hospital care and emergency response services. With 49 bases across the country, we offer fast and reliable medical assistance in all major metropolitan areas.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Operational Ambulance Emergency Assistant to join our team in Cape Town, Western Cape. The primary purpose of this role is to respond to emergency calls and provide intermediate medical care according to your professional scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain operational readiness to respond to emergency calls quickly.
  • Provide high-quality patient care following established medical protocols.
  • Represent ER24 professionally and maintain a positive image within the community.
  • Ensure all medical equipment and vehicles are in good working order.

Requirements

Education:

  • Required: Ambulance Emergency Assistant Certificate or a Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care.
  • Preferred: Completion of Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) training from the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Candidates not yet compliant with CPG will be required to complete this training during their probation period.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
  • Experience in Intermediate Life Support (ILS) is highly desirable.

Required Skills and Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of HPCSA guidelines and medical scope of practice.
  • Knowledge of local travel routes and geographical areas in Cape Town.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to accurately complete Patient Report Forms.

Job Details

  • Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Field: Medical / Healthcare
  • Closing Date: February 23, 2026

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in joining our team, please visit the Mediclinic careers website to submit your application for this position.