26 Paramedic jobs in South Africa

The Intermediate Life Support Paramedic provides essential medical care in emergency situations, offering a level of care that includes some advanced procedures but not the full spectrum of advanced life support.

ILS Paramedics are equipped to handle a variety of emergency scenarios with a focus on stabilizing patients and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities.

Key Responsibilities : Emergency Response : Respond promptly to emergency calls, assessing and addressing patient needs in critical situations.

Use medical knowledge and equipment to stabilize patients, including advanced procedures specific to ILS training.

Patient Care : Administer medications and treatments as per ILS protocols, such as certain types of intravenous fluids, and medications.

Provide advanced airway management, including advanced techniques like bag-mask ventilation and, in some cases, advanced intubation.

Assessment and Monitoring : Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the severity of their condition and appropriate treatment.

Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments as necessary to stabilize patients.

Transportation : Transport patients safely to medical facilities while continuing to provide necessary care and monitoring.

Communicate with receiving facilities about the patient's condition and treatments provided.

Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance : Ensure that medical equipment and supplies are in working order and properly stocked.

Conduct routine checks and maintenance of emergency vehicles and equipment.

Documentation : Accurately document patient care, including assessment findings, treatments administered, and patient responses.

Ensure documentation meets legal and organizational standards for record-keeping.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with other emergency medical personnel, including EMTs, advanced paramedics, and hospital staff.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Training and Development : Engage in ongoing education and training to maintain ILS certification and stay updated on medical protocols and advancements.

Participate in drills and exercises to maintain skills and readiness.

Skills and Qualifications : Education and Certification : Completion of a recognized Intermediate Life Support training program.

Certification or licensure as an Intermediate Life Support Paramedic, as required by local or national regulatory bodies.

Medical Knowledge : Proficiency in advanced patient assessment and intermediate-level medical procedures.

Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to administer a range of medications and treatments.

Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Ability to provide clear, concise reports and updates to receiving medical facilities.

Problem-Solving : Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make quick, informed decisions in emergency situations.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if they are similar, related, or a logical extension of this classification.

Essential Functions

1. Performs head-to-toe assessments on all patients and re-assessments as per policy, including neonatal, paediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients, and the general patient population.
2. Verifies that the assigned ambulance is mechanically sound and properly equipped at the start of each shift.
3. Evaluates the nature and acuity of the illness or injury.
4. Ensures that all medical and non-medical equipment is maintained, checked, and serviced, including the onsite ambulance and emergency care equipment, in accordance with VMIH policies.
5. Organizes patient care to contribute to the overall quality of the team.
6. Communicates information pertinent to patient transfer (e.g., admissions, ER transfer).
7. Interacts professionally with staff members, physicians, and patients.
8. Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations.
9. Values and demonstrates the team concept consistently.
10. Maintains patient files and data collection at the highest standard, ensuring confidentiality.
11. Handles inventory control of emergency supplies and disposables.
12. Ensures full compliance during audits, manages stock control, incident and accident reporting, controlled medication reporting, and onsite training and development.
13. Prepares and submits all weekly and monthly reports to the onsite clinic manager.
14. Ensures continuous quality management throughout the clinic.
15. Completes comprehensive handovers to relief paramedics after every shift.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: (Specify years of experience)

Vacancy: 1

ALS Paramedic role at Via Medica International Healthcare.

• Performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy, including neonatal, paediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients and the general patient population.
• Verifies that the assigned ambulance is mechanically sound and properly equipped at the start of a shift.
• Evaluates the nature and acuity of the illness or injury.
• Ensures that all medical and non-medical equipment is maintained, checked and serviced, including the onsite ambulance and emergency care equipment as per VMIH policies.
• Organizes patient care in a manner that contributes to the overall quality of the team.
• Communicates information pertinent to transfer of patient (e.g., admissions, ER transfer).
• Interacts professionally with staff members, physicians, and patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis.
• Ensures that all patient files and data collection is maintained to the highest standard while ensuring confidentiality.
• Handles inventory control of emergency drugs and disposables.
• Ensures full compliance on audits, stock control, incident and accident reporting, controlled medication reporting and onsite continued training and development.
• Prepares and submits all weekly and monthly reports shared with onsite clinic manager.
• Ensures continuous quality management throughout the clinic.
• Completes a full and comprehensive handover to the relief paramedic after every shift.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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The Intermediate Life Support Paramedic provides essential medical care in emergency situations, offering a level of care that includes some advanced procedures but not the full spectrum of advanced life support. ILS Paramedics are equipped to handle a variety of emergency scenarios with a focus on stabilizing patients and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities.

• Emergency Response:
• Respond promptly to emergency calls, assessing and addressing patient needs in critical situations.
• Use medical knowledge and equipment to stabilize patients, including advanced procedures specific to ILS training.
• Patient Care:
• Administer medications and treatments as per ILS protocols, such as intravenous fluids and medications.
• Provide advanced airway management, including techniques like bag-mask ventilation and advanced intubation in some cases.
• Assessment and Monitoring:
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the severity of their condition and appropriate treatment.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments as necessary to stabilize patients.
• Transportation:
• Transport patients safely to medical facilities while providing necessary care and monitoring.
• Communicate with receiving facilities about the patient’s condition and treatments provided.
• Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance:
• Ensure medical equipment and supplies are in working order and properly stocked.
• Conduct routine checks and maintenance of emergency vehicles and equipment.
• Documentation:
• Accurately document patient care, including assessments, treatments, and responses.
• Ensure documentation meets legal and organizational standards.
• Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with other emergency medical personnel and hospital staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
• Training and Development:
• Engage in ongoing education and training to maintain ILS certification.
• Participate in drills and exercises to maintain skills and readiness.

• Education and Certification:
• Completion of recognized ILS training.
• Certification or licensure as an Intermediate Life Support Paramedic, as required by local or national regulations.
• Medical Knowledge:
• Proficiency in patient assessment and intermediate medical procedures.
• Knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration.
• Communication Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide clear reports to medical facilities.
• Problem-Solving:
• Critical thinking skills for quick, informed decisions in emergencies.

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• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Internet Publishing

This job posting is active and accepting applications.

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Shift-based role with potential weekend, evening, and on-call duties

About the Client:
This is a forward-thinking healthcare organisation committed to redefining preventative care through early screening and guest-centric service. Blending cutting-edge diagnostic technologies with hospitality-inspired patient interaction, they operate within a premium, urban healthcare environment. Their mission is to deliver accessible, high-quality screening services while fostering compassion, precision, and trust at every stage of the patient journey.

Role Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Technician plays a critical role in supporting early detection and patient care by performing a wide range of diagnostic tests on blood, stool, and other specimens. This individual must uphold technical precision in testing while providing clear and empathetic patient interaction. The role demands a blend of laboratory expertise, regulatory compliance, and a service-oriented approach to healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic testing on blood (e.g. CBCs, immunoassays), stool (e.g. parasite detection, cultures), and other specimens

• Collect and prepare samples, including phlebotomy and sterile labelling

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment

• Conduct daily quality assurance checks and adhere to SOPs

• Ensure accurate data recording in laboratory information systems (LIS), in compliance with POPIA

• Interact with patients, explaining procedures and ensuring comfort during collection

• Uphold safety protocols in compliance with South Africas Hazardous Substances Act

• Collaborate with medical technologists, pathologists, and clinical teams for efficient operations

• Participate in CPD (Continuous Professional Development) activities to remain HPCSA-compliant

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Biomedical Technology or equivalent from an HPCSA-accredited institution

• Full registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Laboratory Technician

• Valid HPCSA annual practising certificate

• Certification in phlebotomy or clinical testing advantageous

Experience:

• Minimum 13 years post-qualification experience in a clinical laboratory

• Hands-on experience with blood and stool diagnostics

• Previous work in high-volume or private healthcare settings preferred

Skills:

• Proficiency in manual and automated testing methods

• Strong phlebotomy and sterile technique practices

• Comfortable with LIS and digital lab workflows (training provided)

• Clear and empathetic communication with patients and teams

Core Competencies:

• Technical proficiency in diagnostics and lab equipment

• Attention to detail in handling samples and recording data

• Commitment to safety and infection control protocols

• Interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration

• Cultural sensitivity and professionalism in patient care

• Adaptability to new technologies and fast-paced environments

• Willingness to engage in ongoing learning through CPD

Regulatory & Compliance Requirements:

• Maintain active HPCSA registration and CPD compliance

• Adhere strictly to POPIA in all data management

• Participate in lab audits and quality assurance initiatives

• Follow all Department of Health safety protocols

Working Conditions:

• Laboratory-based with rotational shifts (24/7 environment)

• Involves patient-facing work including phlebotomy

• Requires adherence to hygiene and uniform standards

• Exposure to biohazards, mitigated through strict safety procedures

Salary Structure:

• Entry-Level (03 years): R18,000 R22,000/month, rising to R23,000 R25,000 after probation

• Intermediate Level: R25,000 R30,000/month, with potential to R32,000 R35,000 for high performers

• Requirements of the MCC are met before importing medical devices procedure and SOP are clearly adopted
• Managerial responsibilities are defined hereunder
• All necessary controls and validations are carried out on receipt of all goods
• Reporting and recording all non-compliant items as per defined procedures
• Reporting and recording all product returns and warranty issues
• Repair of all warranty good in accordance with the manufacturers agreement

• To approve or reject, as he sees fit any products
• To evaluate batch records
• To ensure that all necessary testing is carried out
• To approve specifications, sampling instructions, test methods and other Quality Control Procedures
• To check the maintenance of his department, premises and equipment
• To ensure that the appropriate validations are done
• To ensure that the required initial and continuing training of his department personnel is carried out and adapted according to need