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Care Assistant jobs in South Africa

Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Medi Clinic

Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
Today
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity-Driven Support

Cashbuild

Alberton
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity-First Elder Care

Cashbuild

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity-Driven Support

Cashbuild

Cullinan
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity-First Elder Care

Cashbuild

Randfontein
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Compassionate, Dignity-Driven Support

Cashbuild Limited

Randfontein
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Nursing Care Assistant - Safe, Basic Patient Care

Mediclinic International

Paarl
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Front Desk & Admin Assistant – Care Home

Raizcorp

Pretoria
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
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Theatre Nursing Assistant: Safe Care & Patient Experience

Mediclinic

Vanderbijlpark
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

National Renal Care

Durban
On-site
ZAR 120,000 - 160,000
Yesterday
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Theatre Nursing Assistant: Safe Care & Patient Experience

Mediclinic

Somerset West
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Yesterday
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Surgical Nursing Assistant: Deliver Safe Care & Team Support

Mediclinic

Polokwane
On-site
ZAR 150,000 - 200,000
2 days ago
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Care Assistant

ISTA Solutions

Pretoria
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
6 days ago
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Care Assistant

ISTA Solutions

Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
6 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity, Team & Growth

Cashbuild Limited

Cullinan
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
4 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Dignity, Team & Growth

Cashbuild Limited

Alberton
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
4 days ago
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Night Care Assistant | Dignified Support & Quiet Vigil

ISTA Solutions

Pretoria
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
6 days ago
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Night Care Assistant | Dignified Support & Quiet Vigil

ISTA Solutions

Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
6 days ago
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Night Care Assistant — Compassionate, Dignity-Driven Support

Cashbuild Limited

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
4 days ago
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Enrolled Nursing Assistant (Grade 1) — Shift-Ready Care

Department of Health

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 174,000 - 200,000
7 days ago
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Theatre Nursing Assistant: Safe Care & Patient Experience

Mediclinic

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 250,000 - 350,000
7 days ago
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Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Mediclinic Group

Pretoria
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
14 days ago

Operational Emergency Care Assistant

Mediclinic Group

Middelburg
On-site
ZAR 150,000 - 220,000
13 days ago

Care Assistant needed

Guardian Private Care home

Brakpan
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
14 days ago

Care Assistant wanted

Guardian Private Care home

Springs
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
14 days ago

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Operational Emergency Care Assistant
Medi Clinic
Krugersdorp
On-site
ZAR 50 000 - 200 000
Full time
Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Krugersdorp is seeking an Emergency Care Assistant to deliver essential support in emergency medical care. The role is aimed at individuals with a Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care and requires no previous experience. Responsibilities include maintaining operational readiness for emergency calls and administering patient care. Applicants are expected to display a positive public image and strong communication skills. This position is on-site and permanent.

Qualifications

  • Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is required.
  • 1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure Operational Readiness for Emergency Calls.
  • Administer Patient Care in line with scope of practice.
  • Report near misses, slips, and adverse events.
  • Market and maintain a positive public image of ER24.

Skills

Application of best practice
EMS environment
English language (verbal and written)
Facilities, travel routes, and geographical area
HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
Patient report forms

Education

Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
Job description

ER24 Jhb North| Gauteng | South Africa

Closing date: 20/02/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Natalie Williams
Reference number: 67641
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) will practice as clinical assistants within the emergency medical care and rescue environment thereby replacing the Basic Ambulance Assistant Course as the entry qualification into the emergency medical services.

This position is an entry‑level qualification and recognises the key competencies required of Emergency Care Assistants (ECAs) who will work under the guidance of Emergency Care Technicians, Emergency Care Practitioners and Medical Officers in a variety of contexts. Holders of this qualification will operate mainly in and around the ambulance, within wide ranging contexts, including rural, urban, military, coastal, corporate, mass gatherings, homes and workplaces. In general, the Emergency Care Assistant will provide a supportive service within the pre‑hospital context.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
  • Ensure Operational Readiness for Emergency Calls
  • Administer Patient Care in line with scope of practice
  • Report near misses, slips, and adverse events
  • Market and maintain a positive public image of ER24
REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

DESIRED EDUCATION

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

None

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

1-year operational experience as an Emergency Care Assistant

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Application of best practice
  • EMS environment
  • English language (verbal and written)
  • Facilities, travel routes, and geographical area
  • HPCSA guidelines and scope of practice
  • Patient report forms

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.

* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.