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Netcare

Integrated private healthcare services provider

Aea

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeSouth AfricaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Current registration with the HPCSA Professional Board of Emergency Care Personnel as an AEA, with up-to-date HPCSA CPG guidelines.
  • A valid PDRP for passengers.
  • A valid Code 10 driver's license.
  • Must be over 21 years old.
  • Two years of postgraduate patient-care experience in an operational environment is beneficial, not required.
  • Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, is beneficial.
  • Good general knowledge and understanding of legislation pertaining to Netcare 911's business environment.

Responsibilities

  • Complete all company and legal documentation required to perform duties, and provide copies to the Operations Manager.
  • Complete hospital records according to internal requirements whenever a patient is delivered to a hospital via its casualty or emergency unit.
  • Accurately complete an E-Patient Report Form for every patient treated.
  • Complete paperwork required for overtime worked and leave requested.
  • Perform other reasonable duties as requested by the Operations Manager.
  • Respond to emergencies when requested and administer Intermediate Life Support treatment to patients as required by HPCSA protocols and regulations.
  • Immediately request backup when a patient's condition requires treatment beyond the employee's scope of practice or competency.
  • Log all calls with the Netcare 911 Call Centre, obtain a case number for every call attended, and ensure the number appears on all pages of the PRF/EPRF.
  • Keep the station clean daily.
  • Maintain adequate stock control and replace stock immediately after a call where possible.
  • Attend continuing medical education training to maintain continuing professional development compliance.
  • Participate in community projects when required.
  • Maintain the knowledge and competence needed to treat patients according to training and qualifications, and keep familiar with changes to treatment protocols prescribed by the HPCSA.
  • Follow all company policies and procedures applicable to the job.
  • Check the assigned vehicle and equipment in detail before each shift using CARS, and report the check to the Operations Manager.
  • Clean vehicles and equipment daily and conduct a thorough cleaning session weekly.
  • Maintain equipment in satisfactory working condition according to manufacturers' specifications.
  • Take care to prevent equipment loss and report lost or stolen equipment to management.
  • Keep accurate records of all drugs used and in the employee's possession.
  • Comply with Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act requirements and immediately report duty-related injuries to the Operations Manager and Call Centre.
  • Keep public areas in Netcare 911 premises neat and tidy.
  • Follow basic safety regulations while on duty.
  • Use safe and considerate driving techniques while operating the company vehicle.
  • Ensure an incident scene is safe to approach and, if it is not, make it safe according to the regulations for the employee's emergency-care training level.
  • Immediately report unusual occurrences of company importance to the Operations Manager while on duty.
  • Wear appropriate protective gear at each scene as necessary.

About the Company

Netcare

Integrated private healthcare services provider

Netcare is a broad private healthcare group in South Africa that provides a full range of medical services across the care spectrum. Its offering includes world-class acute private hospital care, cancer care (radiosurgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, bone marrow transplant, robotic-assisted surgery), primary healthcare through Medicross, emergency medical services via Netcare 911, occupational health and employee wellness, mental health services through Akeso, affordable access solutions through NetcarePlus, and renal dialysis through National Renal Care. The company also trains emergency medical and nursing personnel. Netcare aims to improve healthcare by integrating digital systems to deliver seamless, connected care across its hospitals, clinics, EMS, and support services, with the goal of making high-quality private healthcare more accessible and efficient.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Sandton, South Africa
Founded
1996

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