19 Advanced Life Support jobs in South Africa

Advanced Life Support Paramedic

Hotazel, Northern Cape LIFE Healthcare Group

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Fixed Term position x 1 exists for an Ambulance Emergency Assistant with Life Health Solutions (LHS), as part of the Life EMS Department: Hotazel, Northern Cape area at a mining site. The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering a quality service that is effective and efficient and meets and exceeds the company and customers’ expectations and requirements. The successful candidate will work 12-hour shifts on a rotation basis, as required based on operational demands.

Responsibilities
  • Provide quality Emergency Medical, Fire-Fighting and Rescue Services at the designated client site/s.
  • Provide emergency care, including medical response, fire-fighting and medical rescue where required and specified by the Client.
  • Ensure legal compliance to all patient related documentation, treatment, and care.
  • Meet the prescribed professional and quality standards of the HPCSA, Life EHS / Life EMS and the Client.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the workplace, adhering to infection control policies and procedures as well as safety policies and procedures.
  • Implement and adhere to infection control policies and procedures as well as safety policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of working relationships, cooperation and communication within the EMS department, Occupational Health clinics and the Client.
  • Assist with patient monitoring and treatment in on-site Occupational Health clinics.
  • Perform general administrative functions, including compiling procedures, maintaining patient files, record keeping, stock and asset control.
  • Assist with in-service training of staff and, where required, Client employees.
  • Ensure total satisfaction of clients through continuous improvement and added value.
  • Be part of the Client’s Emergency Response Team and assist with any specific training requirements they might have.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, HPCSA, OHSA and DMR requirements.
  • Participate in the Client’s internal audits and ensure compliance with Key Performance Indicators.
  • Be physically fit and capable of passing a required functional work capacity fitness examination.
  • Be in good health. Undergo a fitness to work medical examination (including a drug-screening test).
Requirements
  • Current registration with the HPCSA Professional Board of Emergency Care Providers as an Ambulance Emergency Assistant with at least 2 years of clinical work experience in an operation environment.
  • Meet HPCSA CME requirements
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
  • Certificate of Competence
  • Snake Handling Course
  • Defensive Driving Course
  • Code C1/EC with PrDP (non-negotiable)
  • Mining experience would be advantageous
  • Good general understanding of legislation pertaining to Life Employee Health Solutions and the Client
  • A motivated team player who is willing to offer extended commitment to ensure operational standards and efficiencies are met and maintained
  • Excellent interpersonal and client liaison skills and ability to work to tight timelines and client deliverables
  • Ability to cope under pressure within a complex, challenging environment
  • Computer literacy in all recognized Microsoft Office packages (essential)
  • Own reliable transport (non-negotiable)
  • Own accommodation in or around Kuruman
  • Proof of HPCSA CPD and CPG compliance

Note: Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will NOT be considered.

Competencies
  • Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
  • Resilience
  • Teamwork
  • Influencing skills
  • Business insight
  • Drive and energy
  • Motivating and developing people
  • Excellence orientation
  • Ethical behavior
  • Building relationships & networking
  • Customer responsiveness
  • Verbal & written communication skills
Application and Closing

Email: Closing date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

Internal applicants should discuss their application with their line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants not contacted within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

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Advanced Life Support - KZN

Medi Response

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About the job Advanced Life Support - KZN

Medi Response has a fixed-termvacancy commencing the 1st of May 2024 for an ECT, NDip/CCA, or ECP to work as anAdvanced Life Support (ALS)provider within our KwaZulu-Natal-based EMSroad operation.We are looking for a dynamic practitioner with urban road operations experience who will demonstrate our core values of passion, expertise and quality.

JOB OVERVIEW

As an operational ECT, NDip/CCA, or ECPyou will be responsible for responding to medical emergency call-outs and attending to advanced life support (ALS) inter-facility patient transfers. You will be expected toprovide emergency medical treatment and intensive careto patients serviced by Medi Response. You will need to ensure diligent keeping of medical records, including records pertaining to patient assessment, treatment provided and drug/medication administration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responding to emergency calls and providing patient care up to and including an advanced life support level of care
  • Handling ALS inter-facility transfers
  • Assessing patients, providing emergency treatment and monitoring and making preliminary diagnoses
  • Communicating effectively with Medi Response's clients, patients and other important stakeholders
  • Fulfil the role of a shift leader, ensuring that the team is properly motivated and that basic on-duty tasks are done in prescribed timeframes.
  • Quality assure patient care records that are completed by lower level qualifications

SKILLS AND APTITUDES

  • Intrinsically motivated
  • Patient and client focused mindset and excellent interpersonal skills

QUALIFICATIONS

  • ECT, NDip/CCA, or ECP degree in Emergency Medical Care
  • CPG certifications up to date
  • Current ACLS/ITLS/PALS certifications (preferred)

REQUIREMENTS

  • Active registration with HPCSA as anEmergency Care Practitioner (ECP)
  • Drivers licence with valid professional driving permit (PrDP - passenger)
  • CPD compliant and in good standing with HPCSA
  • The candidate must reside between Durban North and Umhlanga for the entire duration of the contract.
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Life Support System Technician

R900000 - R1200000 Y Eram Talent

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Eram Talent is seeking an experienced Life Support System Technician/Specialist to join a prestigious project in Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sophisticated life support systems used in aquatic facilities and environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and the ability to ensure the highest standards of system integrity and water quality.

Responsibilities
  • Perform installation, maintenance, and repairs on life support systems, including pumps, filters, and water quality monitoring devices.
  • Operate, inspect, and maintain all LSS equipment including pumps, filtration, ozone, UV, and chillers
  • Monitor and adjust water quality parameters (pH, salinity, ORP, ammonia, temp)
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and perform corrective/preventative maintenance
  • Coordinate with aquarists and biologists to ensure healthy aquatic environments
  • Maintain detailed records of water quality, equipment performance, and maintenance schedules
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with life support systems in aquatic environments, aquaculture, or related fields.
  • Technical degree or certification in Aquatic Systems Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Strong knowledge of life support equipment, including pumps, filtration systems, UV sterilizers, and monitoring systems.
  • Experience with PLC and SCADA systems, including troubleshooting and programming.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
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Aquatic Life Support System Technician

R900000 - R1200000 Y Eram Talent

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Eram Talent is excited to announce an opportunity for a skilled Life Support System - Aquaculture in Saudi Arabia. This position involves working with advanced aquatic systems to ensure optimal environmental conditions for aquatic life in aquaculture facilities. The successful candidate will oversee the installation, maintenance, and operation of critical life support systems, contributing significantly to the success of aquaculture operations.

Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot life support systems including pumps, filtration units, and monitoring devices in aquaculture facilities.
  • Monitor water quality parameters, ensuring compliance with industry standards for critical metrics such as pH, ammonia, dissolved oxygen, and temperature.
  • Perform regular preventive maintenance and inspections on life support equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with aquaculture specialists to optimize system performance and ensure aquatic health.
  • Document maintenance activities, equipment performance, and water quality reports as part of routine operational procedures.
  • Assist in training staff on operation and maintenance of life support systems.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3-5 years experience in aquaculture systems, focusing on life support and water quality management.
  • Technical diploma or degree in Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Electrical, Control Systems, process, water technology or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of water treatment technologies, pumps, filtration systems, and water quality testing.
  • Experience with automation systems (PLC/SCADA) and their application in aquaculture.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to work in challenging environments and adhere to safety protocols.
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Consultant Life Ins Distrib Support

R104000 - R208000 Y ABSA BANK LIMITED

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Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

The objective of the Risk Consultant is to be a specialist partner to the adviser's business in the area of Risk Planning. Furthermore, to empower and influence advisers through specialised knowledge to enable them to give superior service and add value to clients and Advice & Investments.

Job Description

Relationship

Management

  • To build and maintain meaningful relationships with advisers, AIFA Regional Managers, branch staff, bankers and relationship managers in the Private Banking, Business Banking and Retail space
  • To act as a liaison between Absa Life and the adviser

Target

Achievement

  • To assist the adviser to put strategies in place to achieve Absa Life policy count, premium, commission and wills targets

Practice Management

  • To analyse the adviser's book to identify cross selling and upselling opportunities
  • Practice View
  • Business Plans
  • Campaign management
  • Compliance: To ensure that advisers understand our advice philosophy

Training & Product Knowledge

  • To train advisers and their staff on Absa Life products, systems and processes and promote digital adoption
  • To keep abreast of the risk market by reading and sourcing information on competitors as a way of gaining competitive advantage
  • To update the adviser on any internal process changes
  • To update the adviser on any product enhancements
  • To engage branch staff by doing branch presentations on the Absa Life product offering
  • To source information on competitors as a way of gaining competitive advantage

Sales Support

  • To provide advisers with information that will assist them in selling Absa Life products
  • To support the AIFA RM with their sales initiatives
  • To improve service delivery to the adviser by escalating and resolving relevant Product House queries

Collaboration

  • To engage with Absa Life stakeholders and provide input on product enhancements
  • To work together with the Legal and Advisory Specialist and the Investment Consultant to close business opportunities and retain clients
  • To document a formalized Service Level Agreement with advisors and RM's
  • To collaborate with the AIFA RM to coordinate campaigns and competitions in the regions
  • To support regional and national campaigns and competitions

Education and Requirements:

5 years experience in the financial services industry.

NQF 6 or higher.

Education

Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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Consultant Life Ins Distrib Support

R104000 - R312000 Y Absa Group

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Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary
The objective of the Risk Consultant is to be a specialist partner to the adviser's business in the area of Risk Planning. Furthermore, to empower and influence advisers through specialised knowledge to enable them to give superior service and add value to clients and Advice & Investments.

Job Description
Relationship

Management

  • To build and maintain meaningful relationships with advisers, AIFA Regional Managers, branch staff, bankers and relationship managers in the Private Banking, Business Banking and Retail space
  • To act as a liaison between Absa Life and the adviser

Target

Achievement

  • To assist the adviser to put strategies in place to achieve Absa Life policy count, premium, commission and wills targets

Practice Management

  • To analyse the adviser's book to identify cross selling and upselling opportunities
  • Practice View
  • Business Plans
  • Campaign management
  • Compliance: To ensure that advisers understand our advice philosophy

Training & Product Knowledge

  • To train advisers and their staff on Absa Life products, systems and processes and promote digital adoption
  • To keep abreast of the risk market by reading and sourcing information on competitors as a way of gaining competitive advantage
  • To update the adviser on any internal process changes
  • To update the adviser on any product enhancements
  • To engage branch staff by doing branch presentations on the Absa Life product offering
  • To source information on competitors as a way of gaining competitive advantage

Sales Support

  • To provide advisers with information that will assist them in selling Absa Life products
  • To support the AIFA RM with their sales initiatives
  • To improve service delivery to the adviser by escalating and resolving relevant Product House queries

Collaboration

  • To engage with Absa Life stakeholders and provide input on product enhancements
  • To work together with the Legal and Advisory Specialist and the Investment Consultant to close business opportunities and retain clients
  • To document a formalized Service Level Agreement with advisors and RM's
  • To collaborate with the AIFA RM to coordinate campaigns and competitions in the regions
  • To support regional and national campaigns and competitions

Education and Requirements:

5 years experience in the financial services industry.

NQF 6 or higher.

Education
Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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Medical Software Support Technician

Gauteng, Gauteng Docotela_za

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Overview

Role: Medical Software Support Technician

Location: Hybrid (Johannesburg)

Type: Full-time

Applications Close: 7 October 2025

About Docotela

Docotela is a telehealth platform in South Africa, dedicated to making healthcare more affordable, accessible, and preventative through digital innovation. We’re on a mission to transform lives with virtual doctor consultations, and we need a tech-savvy, solutions-driven IT Support Technician with proven experience in a medical software company to join our growing team. We’re looking for a candidate who can ensure our platform runs smoothly, our doctors and patients receive world-class support, and that we continue to meet the highest standards of security, compliance, and care. If you have experience working in a medical software company, are a technically skilled, solutions-driven professional passionate about healthcare innovation, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities
  • Platform & Website Management
    • Maintain and optimise our telehealth platform and website, ensuring uptime, speed, and seamless user experience.
    • Manage and troubleshoot bugs, plugin conflicts, and front-end performance issues.
  • API & System Integrations
    • Support integration of APIs with partners.
    • Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve integration failures, escalating where necessary.
    • Provide responsive IT support for doctors and patients accessing the platform.
    • Train healthcare professionals and clients on platform features and digital health tools.
    • Create simple guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting documentation to empower non-technical users.
    • Manage secure file transfers (SFTP) and ensure encryption of sensitive healthcare data.
    • Extract data for the onboarding of clients.
    • Proactively monitor for data risks and escalate breaches or potential vulnerabilities.
    • Ensure compliance with POPIA and all relevant legal frameworks in data processing.
  • Compliance & Privacy
    • Apply working knowledge of POPIA, HPCSA telemedicine guidelines, and healthcare privacy regulations.
    • Ensure data security policies are implemented across all IT processes and tools.
    • Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate IT logs and security reports.
  • Training Content & Knowledge Sharing
    • Partner with the Marketing and Clinical Teams to develop engaging multimedia training materials (videos, infographics, guides).
    • Standardise IT onboarding processes for doctors, patients, and client organisations.
  • Afterhours Support
    • Provide afterhours support to clients and staff for critical incidents.
    • Ensure client systems and updates run smoothly outside of business hours.
What We’re Looking For
  • Essential: Previous experience working for a medical software company (e.g., EMR/EHR, practice management, telehealth systems).
  • Diploma/degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Health Informatics (preferred).
  • 1–3 years of experience in IT support, SaaS, or healthcare technology.
  • Familiarity with telehealth, EMR/EHR systems, or digital healthcare platforms.
  • Strong skills in website maintenance (WordPress, or similar CMS), troubleshooting, and performance optimisation.
  • Experience with API integration support.
  • Knowledge of secure file transfer protocols (SFTP) and encryption practices.
  • Practical understanding of POPIA, GDPR, or equivalent healthcare data regulations.
  • Ability to create multimedia training (Loom, Canva, or similar).
  • Strong communicator with the patience to support healthcare professionals and patients of varying technical literacy.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, impact-driven healthtech environment.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Home Health Care Services

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Medical Software Support Technician

R250000 - R400000 Y Docotela_za

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Role:

Medical Software Support Technician

Location:

Hybrid (Johannesburg)

Type:

Full-time

Applications Close:

7
th

October 2025

About Docotela

Docotela is a telehealth platform in South Africa, dedicated to making healthcare more affordable, accessible, and preventative through digital innovation. We're on a mission to transform lives with virtual doctor consultations, and we need a tech-savvy, solutions-driven IT Support Technician with proven experience in a medical software company to join our growing team. We're looking for a candidate who can ensure our platform runs smoothly, our doctors and patients receive world-class support, and that we continue to meet the highest standards of security, compliance, and care. If you have experience working in a medical software company,  are a technically skilled, solutions-driven professional passionate about healthcare innovation, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

Platform & Website Management

·   Maintain and optimise our telehealth platform and website, ensuring uptime, speed, and seamless user experience.

·   Manage and troubleshoot bugs, plugin conflicts, and front-end performance issues.

API & System Integrations

·   Support integration of APIs with partners

·   Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve integration failures, escalating where necessary.

Doctor, Patient & Client Support

·   Provide responsive IT support for doctors and patients accessing the platform.

·   Train healthcare professionals and clients on platform features and digital health tools.

·   Create simple guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting documentation to empower non-technical users.

Secure Data & File Handling

·   Manage secure file transfers (SFTP) and ensure encryption of sensitive healthcare data.

·   Extract data for the onboarding of clients.

·   Proactively monitor for data risks and escalate breaches or potential vulnerabilities.

·   Ensure compliance with POPIA and all relevant legal frameworks in data processing

Compliance & Privacy

·   Apply working knowledge of POPIA, HPCSA telemedicine guidelines, and healthcare privacy regulations.

·   Ensure data security policies are implemented across all IT processes and tools.

·   Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate IT logs and security reports.

Training Content & Knowledge Sharing

·   Partner with the Marketing and Clinical Teams to develop engaging multimedia training materials (videos, infographics, guides).

·   Standardise IT onboarding processes for doctors, patients, and client organisations.

Afterhours Support

Provide afterhours support to clients and staff for critical incidents.

Ensure client systems and updates run smoothly outside of business hours.

What We're Looking For

·   Essential: Previous experience working for a medical software company (e.g., EMR/EHR, practice management, telehealth systems).

·   Diploma/degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Health Informatics (preferred).

·   1–3 years of experience in IT support, SaaS, or healthcare technology.

·   Familiarity with telehealth, EMR/EHR systems, or digital healthcare platforms.

·   Strong skills in website maintenance (WordPress, or similar CMS), troubleshooting, and performance optimisation.

·   Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python for basic customisation and bug fixes.

·   Experience with API integration support.

·   Knowledge of secure file transfer protocols (SFTP) and encryption practices.

·   Practical understanding of POPIA, GDPR, or equivalent healthcare data regulations.

·   Ability to create multimedia training (Loom, Canva, or similar).

·   Strong communicator with the patience to support healthcare professionals and patients of varying technical literacy.

·   Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, impact-driven healthtech environment.

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Medical Software Support Agent

Lynnwood Manor, Gauteng R15000 - R25000 Y ELLE

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Elle Health is a healthcare technology company. Our goal is to reduce the administrative burden of running a successful medical practice using innovation and technology.

We are looking for a senior energetic, driven, and smart software support person in Pretoria to join our rapidly growing health-tech team.

Responsibilities:

  • Visiting medical practices in Gauteng to provide on-site support for Elle's web-based medical billing software.
  • Building relationships with practice staff and answering their questions about Elle's services.
  • Troubleshooting technical issues and providing solutions.
  • Training practice staff on how to use Elle's services effectively.
  • Providing feedback to the Elle team on customer needs and product improvements.

Ideal candidate characteristics:

  • Passion for Customer Service: You should enjoy interacting with customers and helping them resolve issues.
  • Tech-savvy: You should be capable of troubleshooting technical computer software problems.
  • Energetic: You should have a positive attitude and be energetic.
  • Competitive: Competitiveness should be part of your DNA. You should love winning.
  • Intelligent: You should be smart and open to always improving yourself and your team's processes.
  • People Person: You should enjoy forming and maintaining relationships.
  • Strong Communicator: You should be a strong verbal and written communicator.
  • Organized: You should be very organized in multiple aspects.

Requirements:

  • 2-4 years of sales experience with a proven track record.
  • Experience in the medical billing industry is advantageous.
  • Own car that can be used for work purposes. Valid driver's license.
  • Tertiary qualifications are beneficial.
  • Fluent in English. Additional languages are advantageous.

Compensation and benefits:

  • Competitive salary with a commission structure.
  • Fleet card, mobile phone, and laptop.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.

Join our close-knit team of high-performing young professionals who are excited about making a difference in the world. If you are passionate about sales, technology, and making a positive impact, we want to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R15 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have any medical industry experience? Please elaborate.
  • Are you technologically proficient? Please elaborate.
  • Hoe goed is jou Afrikaans?
  • Please sell yourself.
  • What are your salary expectations?
  • Do you have your own car? Is it reliable?
  • Which suburb do you stay in? How long would your commute to Lynnwood be?

Work Location: In person

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Paramedic - Mobile Integrated Health, Emergency Medical Services (WEMS), 40 Hours, Mixed Shifts

Worcester, Western Cape Hahhh

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# # # **Exemption Status:**Non-Exempt**Schedule Details:**Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Sunday through Saturday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend**Scheduled Hours:**7a-7p and 7p-7a**Shift:**4 - Mixed Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)**Hours:**40**Cost Center:**10020 - 2366 Emergency Med Svcs**Union:**NAGE (National Association of Government Employees)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.# # **Everyone Is a Caregiver**At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.Performs duties described in the United States Department of Transportation/National Highway Traffic Safety Administration position description for EMT Paramedic including; responding to requests from the public for emergency medical assistance; examining, assessing and stabilizing patients at the point of call and during transport to the appropriate point of entry.Performs duties described in the United States Department of Transportation/National Highway Traffic Safety Administration position description for EMT Paramedic including; responding to requests from the public for emergency medical assistance; examining, assessing and stabilizing patients at the point of call and during transport to the appropriate point of entry.**Major Responsibilities:*** Administers skilled medical care to individuals in response to calls for emergency treatment in accordance with the Massachusetts EMS Pre-Hospital Treatment protocols. Examines, assesses, and stabilizes patients at emergency scene, i.e., advanced cardiac life support, hemorrhage control, treatment for shock, immobilization of fractures, bandaging, proper treatment for burns, poisoning, or drug overdose, manages gynecological emergencies, delivers newborn, manages mentally disturbed patient, etc.* Obtains medical history. Checks vital signs. Advises/informs on-call physician of diagnostic indication. Performs definitive life support. Administers treatment and utilizes advanced life support equipment and procedures as directed by authorized physician, i.e., performs endotracheal intubation, defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, nasogastric intubation, closed chest intraosseus fluids, etc. May perform external trans thoracic cardiac pacing, medication enhanced intubation including surgical crichotyroidotomy, and other advanced scope of practice procedures.* Responds to a wide range of emergency situations as required.* Provides control at the scene of medical emergency. Conducts triage, treatment and transportation at mass casualty incidents including incidents involving terrorism and weapons of mass destruction.* Documents pre-hospital care received by patients in order to facilitate admission to health care facility and for database purposes.**Position Qualifications:***License/Certification/Education:***Required:*** Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.* Certified in CPR - Basic Rescue by either the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.* Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support by the American Heart Association.* Valid driver license.**Experience/Skills:***Required:*** Experienced in accident scene management and control.* Demonstrated ability to work well under often stressful situations.* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.* Effective oral and written communication skills.**Preferred:*** Minimum three year’s experience in an urban EMS service integrated with a municipal first response system.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.# #At **UMass Memorial Health**, everyone is a caregiver. No matter their responsibilities or title, every employee or “caregiver” fills an important role for our patients and their families every day.It’s not just the person who delivers the care. It’s all the people who make it work … and make it better. Caregivers give everything that helps patients heal, from expertise to extra attention. They give clean, comfortable rooms. Fast, accurate answers. And an easier, less stressful experience. They give warm, reassuring smiles, and helping hands.We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, our community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
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