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PARAMEDIC
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
JOB POST: PARAMEDIC
REF NO: EMS UGU 04/2023
NUMBER OF POSTS: 2 POSTS
SALARY:
Grade 3: R440 904 per annum
Grade 4: R516 273 per annum
CENTRE:
EMS Ugu District
REQUIREMENTS:
B Tech Degree in Emergency Care.
Unendorsed drivers license (C1) with professional driving permit (receipt of renewal not accepted).
Registration with HPCSA as paramedic.
Grade 3: Requires a B Tech Degree qualification and registration with HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP).
Grade 4: Requires a B Tech Degree qualification and registration with HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP) plus (10) years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as ECP.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies
Required: The incumbents of these posts will report to the EMS Shift Leader: Emergency Medical Services, and will be responsible to provide pre-hospital treatment within the scope of practice and transport emergencies to an appropriate health facility in order to minimize the loss of lives, and as such the ideal candidates must:
Possess knowledge of Advanced Life Support Protocols, Have understanding of EMS and its line of business.
Possess knowledge of Rules and Regulations of Road Traffic Ordinance, Have the ability to implement emergency procedures.
Possess good communication skills and interpersonal relations, Have Practical Patient Management skills.
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DUTIES:
Maintain vehicle and medical equipment check the allocated vehicle and equipment and complete the check list.
Wash, clean and disinfect the interior/exterior of the vehicle.
Treat and transport patients to hospital from scene in accordance with the advanced life support protocols.
Change and replenish surgical sundries and medical-gases and ensure that all items are used before expiry date.
Maintain the vehicle in a clean condition and good working order all times.
Use all equipment and government property as per laid down policies and procedures.
Maintain best clinical practices in accordance with quality standards and maintaining Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
Assistant in maintaining a clean and tidy base.
Complete and submit all appropriate paperwork to the shift leader before the termination of the shift.
Hand over the vehicle and equipment to the next shift/relevant authority fully replenished, clean and in good working order.
Abide by the Standing Operational Procedures of EMS.
Maintain accurate and reliable records at all times. Perform over time duties in accordance with EMS Policy when required.
Provide orientation and supervised training with regard to ALS. Actively participate in training and quality assurance programs.
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ENQUIRIES:
Mr SP Gumede Tel No: (039) 688 3619
APPLICATIONS:
Application to be forward to: The Human Resource Manager, Ugu Health District Office, Private Bag X735, Port Shepstone, 4240.
FOR ATTENTION:
Mr JL Majola
NOTE:
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application for employment form (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae (only) https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. The reference number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Faxed and emailed applications will NOT be accepted.
Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records and citizenship, verification of educational qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Residents/Work Permit holders must submit documentary proof only when they are shortlisted.