19 Emergency Medical Care jobs in South Africa

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STA Personnel Solutions
South Africa -
we are a global BPO company, partnering with a USA-based client offering private medical transportation, who is seeking a
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Dispatcher.
We are seeking a candidate who is resilient and able to remain composed in challenging situations, including when dealing with EMTs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

Working Hours:
***This position requires flexibility to work rotational 12-hour shifts, typically scheduled on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, as well as every second Saturday. Please note that these working days and shift hours may vary from week to week based on operational requirements.***

PLEASE NOTE:

• Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
• Public Holidays: Required to work on all South African public holidays and will be compensated in accordance with the provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.
• Work Environment: This is a fully remote working role.

Duties
may include:

• Answering incoming calls, administrative, non-emergency, and emergency

• Professional etiquette

• Promptly ascertain proper levels of response

• Triage calls and enter data into computer system

• Data Entry with critical attention to details

• Constantly monitoring the dispatch system

• Ensure units are en-route

• Post moves in a timely fashion

• Ensure other unites are within acceptable distance

• Communicate appropriate routing instructions

• Investigate and report all time exceptions
• Complete and submit daily reports

Requirements

• Experience in the Healthcare Industry experience will be beneficial
• Previous experience in dispatch or coordination will be an added benefit
• Customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks; ability to work independently and as a team member
• Competent radio communication skills
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Requirements

• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Keen interest in the caring of acutely ill patients. ATLS or ACLS would be recommended. Previous exposure to Critical Care experience is advantageous.

• This will include after-hours work (weekends and weekdays). The Critical Care Medical Officer functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary critical care team that manages High Care and Critical Care Unit patients. Patient management and full-time clinical service provision within the intensive care / High Care Unit. Participation in the critical care academic program. Participation in departmental research activities.

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho University
• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.
• The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.
• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to
• Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by SAQA. Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date :

Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner?

Are you registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner and have a current HPCSA registration for 2025/26?

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

Mediclinic Potchefstroom | Potchefstroom | South Africa

Closing date: 15/10/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Calfornia Dinku
Reference number: 63839
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients

• Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
• Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
• Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
• Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
• Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
• Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12

Essential minimum experience:Experience in a healthcare environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None

• Understanding of stock control principles
• Reporting and documenting events / tasks
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Understanding of patient experience aspects
• Understanding of patient care principles
• Application of infection prevention and control principles

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

Important Notice: Mediclinic warns that third parties may fraudulently advertise vacancies or request payment. Mediclinic will never ask for payment for an application or offer. All official vacancies are advertised on the Mediclinic career website. Verify vacancies on the site.

Closing date: 15/10/2025

Number of positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Permanent

Recruiter name: Calfornia Dinku

Reference number: 63839

To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients.

• Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
• Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
• Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
• Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
• Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
• Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

Essential education: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

Desired education: Grade 12

Essential experience: Experience in a healthcare environment

Desired experience: None

• Understanding of stock control principles
• Reporting and documenting events / tasks
• Knowledge of medico-legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Understanding of patient experience aspects
• Understanding of patient care principles
• Application of infection prevention and control principles

All applicants will be considered, with preference given in accordance with Mediclinic Southern Africa's Employment Equity Plan, including internal applicants meeting minimum requirements.

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Overview

Mediclinic is an international private healthcare services group, founded in South Africa in 1983, with divisions in Switzerland, Southern Africa (South Africa and Namibia) and the United Arab Emirates.

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.

To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients

• Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
• Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
• Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
• Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
• Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
• Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12

Essential minimum experience: Experience in a healthcare environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None

• Understanding of stock control principles
• Reporting and documenting events / tasks
• Knowledge of Medico-legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Understanding of patient experience aspects
• Understanding of patient care principles
• Application of infection prevention and control principles

Mediclinic Potchefstroom| Potchefstroom | South Africa

Closing date: 15/10/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Calfornia Dinku
Reference number: 63839
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients

• Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
• Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
• Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
• Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
• Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
• Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12

Essential minimum experience:Experience in a healthcare environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None

• Understanding of stock control principles
• Reporting and documenting events / tasks
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Understanding of patient experience aspects
• Understanding of patient care principles
• Application of infection prevention and control principles

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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Hiring Department : Division of Specialized Care for Children

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID :

FTE : 1

Work Schedule : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Shift : Days

# of Positions : 1

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Posting Close Date : 6/9/25

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $52,000.00 - 63,000.00 / Annual Salary

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Position Summary

The Home Care Enrollment Specialist provides services to families potentially eligible for DSCC Home Care Services (waiver and non-waiver) statewide. The Enrollment Specialist utilizes skills and knowledge acquired from academic training and professional experience as a social worker or in social sciences. The Enrollment Specialist coordinates and facilitates the timely discharge of children potentially eligible for the Home Care Program from the inpatient hospital setting and those who are home and require in-home nursing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Home Care Enrollment Management Team, provides an introduction to care coordination services and facilities the application process for in home nursing: Obtains documentation to determine potential eligibility for DSCC programs and services. Explains programs, services, enrollment procedures, and care coordination to eligible families. Assists families in collecting required medical and financial information necessary for Healthcare & Family Services (HFS) to determine eligibility for Home Care Services. Conducts home assessment to determine the safety of the home environment for the child and determine if home modifications are needed. Coordinates all available health care benefits. Assists families as needed as they interview prospective home care providers to assess suitability and monitor provider services. Works collaboratively with hospital staff and other providers to ensure services are ready at the time of discharge from the inpatient hospital setting. Those services include, but may not be limited to, in-home nursing and medical equipment and supplies, and care coordination. Collaborates with DSCC Core/Connect Care team during the enrollment process for potential dually enrolled participants. Elicits health and medical histories; assesses social history and family history of children requesting, or eligible for, DSCC services. Conducts in-person or telephonic comprehensive health assessment. Proceeds with timely data entry to ensure enrollment process compliance.
• Participates as a member of the Home Care Enrollment multi-disciplinary team: Complies with University, Division, Regional Office, and HFS policy and procedures. Provides discipline-based expertise to the Home Care Enrollment multi-disciplinary team. Provides discipline-based expertise to other DSCC teams (Core/Connect Care teams) when the enrollment process takes longer due to case complexities such as DCFS involvement or difficult transition. Complies with state and federal regulations related to children enrolled in the Home Care Program or any subsequent program related to in-home care for children with complex medical needs.
• Promotes interagency collaboration and an organized network of integrated services: Provides community education programs regarding DSCC services. Participates in developing and/or implementing a networking plan for the Home Care Enrollment team.
• Participates in special projects impacting DSCC: Participates in agency committees/projects on a regional or statewide basis. Performs other duties as assigned such as presentations or refreshers to other DSCC teams regarding referral and enrollment criteria. Attends all internal staffing on assigned home care clients, and provides technical assistance Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  
  

• Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Higher Education

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Company: Glasshouse Recruiting

Location: Kwa-Zulu Natal

• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time
• Published: 1 day ago
• EE/AA Status: EE/AA, Non EE/AA

Requirements:

• Strong Medical Background within Hospital Environment
• Relevant academic qualifications a distinct advantage
• At least 2 years medical experience in Emergency care and in-service experience
• Experience in new business development, sales and marketing required
• Established key relationships within this territory beneficial
• Fluent in English and Secondary Language
• Excel Skills

• Integrity - Ability to reflect acceptable levels of moral values and business ethics
• Customer focus - Willingness to respond to the needs of internal and external customers
• Result driven - Willingness to work well or for surpassing a standard of excellence
• Developing others - The ability to develop others to improve performance and prepare for future roles
• Business Acumen - The ability to identify business opportunities and successfully manage commercial risks

Promoting our clients' Point of Care products within a local territory.

• To promote the clients' Point of Care product portfolio to existing and new customers
• Promoting and selling Diagnostic Point of Care equipment and consumables
• Calling on all critical care areas of the hospital, primary health care, emergency medical services, and pathology services
• Calling on Doctors, nurses, procurement, and Management
• Set a sales strategy to meet sales budgets and achieve growth in our clients' Point of Care products in the designated sales region
• To solve customer queries and complaints
• To provide customers with relevant product information
• To conduct sales and follow-up calls
• Public and private tendering
• Continuous relationship building with all stakeholders
• Plan appointments and specifications for sales calls
• Compile and submit relevant reports, forecasts, and weekly planners
• Willing to travel
• Preference will be given to Medical Technologists
• Candidate must be vaccinated for Covid-19