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Advanced Life Support Paramedic

Function
Paramedic
Facility
Life Nkanyisa, Kirkwood Care Centre
Position
Advanced Life Support Paramedic
Introduction

An exciting Permanent position exists for an Advanced Life Support Paramedic at Life Health Solutions, as part of the Life EMS Department at a mining site close to Steelpoort, Limpopo. The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering a quality service, which is effective and efficient, and meets and exceeds company and customers’ expectations and requirements. The successful candidate will work 12-hour shifts on a rotation basis, as and when required based on operational demands. 

Critical Outputs
  • Provide quality Emergency Medical, at the designated client site/s.
  • Provide emergency care, including medical response and medical rescue (where required and specified by the Client).
  • Ensure legal compliance to all patient related documentation, treatment and care.
  • Meeting the prescribed professional and quality standards of the HPCSA, Life Health Solutions / Life EMS and the Client.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the workplace, adhering to infection control policies and procedures as well as safety policies and procedures.
  • Implementation and adherence to infection control policies and procedures as well as safety policies and procedures.
  • Contributing to the enhancement of working relationships, co-operation and communication within the EMS department, Occupational Health clinics and the Client.
  • Assist with patient monitoring and treatment in the on-site Occupational Health clinics.
  • General administrative functions i.e. compiling procedures, maintaining patient files, record keeping, stock and asset control.
  • Assistance with in-service training of staff and, where required, Client employees.
  • Ensuring the total satisfaction of our clients through continuous improvement and added value.
  • Form part of the Client’s Emergency Response Team and assist with any specific training requirements they might have.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal, HPCSA, OHSA and DMR requirements.
  • Participation in the Client’s internal audits and ensuring compliance to Key Performance Indicators.
  • Be physically fit and capable of passing a required functional work capacity fitness examination.
  • Be in good health. The candidate is required to 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 Advanced Life Support Paramedic or Emergency Care Practitioner with, at least, 3 years clinical work experience, in an mining environment.
  • Current certificates - (advantageous)
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider*
  • ITLS
  • ACLS
  • Defensive driving

* Candidates with the above courses will be given preference

  • Mining/underground experience would be advantageous.
  • Good general understanding of legislation pertaining to the specific business environment of 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 able 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.
  • Code C1 (10) or above with PrDP - *(non-negotiable).
  • Own reliable transport - *(non-negotiable).
  • Current HPCSA registration - *(non-negotiable).
  • Up to date CPD - *(non-negotiable).
  • CPG compliance - *(non-negotiable).
  • Own accommodation and reliable transport.

*Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will NOT be considered. Copies of records to be submitted with application.

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
Contact

Annaline Naude

Email
Inlandnorth.Recruitment@lifehealthcare.co.za
Closing date
Friday, September 26, 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.


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