BLS Practitioner

ROBERTSON, Western Cape
Posted over 30 days ago
Company:
Resq911 Private Ambulance Service
Company Description:
Premier Private Emergency Services Provider RESQ 911 is a premier private Emergency Services Provider in the pre-hospital setting, offering an elite service that has a core competency in managing emergency medical risk, and ensures optimal patient care, fast response times, and client satisfaction. Having invested extensively in both resources and capabilities, RESQ 911 demands a high standard of performance accountability in return.
Contract Type:
Full Time
Experience Required:
1 year
Education Level:
Grade 12
Number of vacancies:
6

Job Description

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To attend to emergency calls and provide Basic Life Support medical care in line with the scope of practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Ensure operational readiness for emergency calls
Administer patient care in line with the scope of practice
Market and maintain a positive public image for RESQ911

REQUIRED EDUCATION
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Basic Life Support Diploma/Certificate

DESIRED EDUCATION: Successful completion of training related to Clinical Practice Guidelines published by the Health Professions Council of South Africa will be advantageous. If not compliant with the clinical practice guidelines at the time of application you will be required to complete this training during your probation period if successful in your application.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 6 months – 1-year road BLS experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 years of road BLS experience

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Facilities, travel routes, and demographical area
HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
Application of best practice
EMS environment
Proficiency in the English language (written and verbal)
Patient Report Forms
All applicants will be considered, understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of RESQ911, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.