52 Senior Paramedics jobs in South Africa

We are a service providing medical emergency support to the greater Kwa Sani Community and have done so for the last 7 years. Our community is dynamic, well-educated, and safe.

Role Description

You must have an ILS equivalent or higher Diploma, a minimum of 5 years experience in the field, and a current PDP driver's license.

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Operations Manager Emergency Service - Paramedics at Underberg Emergency Services, located in Underberg. The role involves overseeing daily operations of emergency services, managing paramedics, coordinating emergency responses, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Paramedic certification and experience
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Emergency response coordination and management skills
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations
• Effective communication and team management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments

We offer an industry-based salary for this exciting position.

Be the leader who makes a difference in your team and community.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

Overview

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.

• 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).

• 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.

• 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

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.

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.

Our client, a leader in the private healthcare industry, is urgently looking for Registered Nurses (RN) / Professional Nurses (PN) to work in a Cardiothoracic Critical Care unit. This is an opportunity to work part-time shifts at a private hospital in Bloemfontein in Free State .

Join our dynamic team today to take advantage of the range of benefits we offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible payment options
• Placement opportunities at various clients across South Africa
• Complimentary indemnity cover at specified clients

• Must be available IMMEDIATELY
• Valid SANC licence
• Previous work experience in an ICU ward will serve as an advantage
• Post-basic Diploma/Certificate in Critical Care Nursing Science will be advantageous
• Competent in the demonstration and assessment of relevant clinical procedures and management of risks
• A good understanding and application of the nursing Scope of Practice and knowledge of patient care

• Duties and responsibilities according to nursing scope of practice
• ICU / Critical Care duties and responsibilities

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, apply directly by clicking on ‘Apply’. Please ensure that your CV profile is complete and up to date.

Overview

Professional Nurse - Critical Care

Closing date: 30/09/2025

Number of positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-site

Permanent

Location: Mediclinic Sandton | Bryanston, Johannesburg | South Africa

Recruiter: Nomsa Rachel Somzila

Reference number: 63910

Job Type: Specialised Nursing

Job Segment: ICU, Infection Control, Medical, Labor and Delivery, Nursing, Healthcare

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.

Important notice: Mediclinic will never request payment for an application or offer. All official vacancies are advertised on the Mediclinic career website.

To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice.

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
• Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
• Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
• Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit

• Infection prevention and control
• Pharmacology
• Scientific nursing principles and process
• Nursing record keeping
• Patient assessment skills
• Nursing processes and procedures
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
• Risk identification

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Responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning of the theoretical and clinical component in a clinical setting

• Integral part of the Critical Care team with the primary focus of bed side teaching through demonstration, job shadowing, role modelling mentoring and guidance at the bedside of all processes
• The integration and mitigation of risk management at the bedside will be a primary objective to reduce risk to the group and improve patient outcomes
• Provide services for both the in-service and formal clinical training programs through the coordination of learning opportunities, at both the formal and informal level
• Support evidence-based practice by encouraging participation in research.
• The Clinical Facilitator will play an integral role in the upskilling of staff to use equipment, ethical and consumables safely in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Assess staff competence according to Group's standards and protocols
• Plan, prepare, implement, and manage the education and training requirements of new employees and rerouted staff
• Design and implement CPD program
• Support and facilitate staff and students to reach specific learning objectives

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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.

Reports to the Nursing Services Manager

Responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning of the theoretical and clinical component in a clinical setting

Integral part of the Critical Care team with the primary focus of bed side teaching through demonstration, job shadowing, role modelling mentoring and guidance at the bedside of all processes

The integration and mitigation of risk management at the bedside will be a primary objective to reduce risk to the group and improve patient outcomes

Provide services for both the in-service and formal clinical training programs through the coordination of learning opportunities, at both the formal and informal level

Support evidence-based practice by encouraging participation in research.

The Clinical Facilitator will play an integral role in the upskilling of staff to use equipment, ethical and consumables safely in accordance safely in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.

Assess staff competence according to Groups standards and protocols

Plan, prepare, implement, and manage the education and training requirements of new employees and rerouted staff

Design and implement CPD program

Support and facilitate staff and students to reach specific learning objectives

Current registration with SANC as a Registered General Nurse or equivalent qualification.

Postgraduate diploma in Medical/Surgical Nursing: General or equivalent as accredited by SANC

5 years proven work experience in a multi-disciplinary Intensive Care Unit including Cardio Thoracic, Neurosurgery, Vascular, General Surgery and Medical is essential.

Postgraduate diploma in Nursing Education or equivalent as accredited by SANC

Assessorship certified

A working knowledge of Trauma, Midwifery and Paediatrics

Knowledge of scope of practice of all Nursing categories as well as the regulations of the SANC

Previous experience as an educator / facilitator /mentor would be advantageous

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, organisational and problem-solving skills

Commitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects

An established interest in staff development

A critical aptitude with regard to patient quality care

Driver's license / own transport

Excellent MS Office computer skills, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.

Flexible shifts to accommodate all shifts.

Between 1 - 3 Years