Paramedic Grade 1,2,3 &4

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Paramedic Grade 1,2,3 &4, based in EMS Uthukela District – Estcourt Base. This is a permanent post, paying R334,227 a year. How to apply: All applications should be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager: UThukela Health District Office, Private Bag X9958, Ladysmith, 3370 OR Hand Deliver to: 32 Lyell Street, Ladysmith, 3370 or email your application: UthukelaDistrict.HRJobapplication@kznhealth.gov.za and apply on Siyathesha waya waya Eservices. For attention: Assistant Director: HRM Reference number to quote: EMSUTK 02 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za.The application form (Z83) must be completed in full and accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. Ref 13/2018. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will be disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for these posts. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered”. Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. African Males are encouraged to apply due to employment equity target. Please note that due to financial constraint no resettlement fees will be considered for payment to the candidates who are offered the positions. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Provincial Administration: KwaZulu Natal Department of Health This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide Advanced Life Support and Advanced Medical Services for the District and Sub-District.
• Respond to emergency calls in the district.
• Assist with community awareness programmes within the district.
• Conduct the treatments of Hepatitis B programme of staff and monitor the progress thereof.
• Lecture patient management and demonstrate use of equipment to the internal operational staff, other health sector staff and public: participate in practical exercise.
• Assist Emergency Care Officer’s with Emergency calls (red codes) and critical patients.
• Actively participate in quality assurance projects.
• Control, issue and check drugs, record issues in register and submit registers.
• Wash, clean and disinfect the interior and exterior of the vehicles, equipment and maintain unit in a good working order.
• Conduct Proper Shift handover.
• Report discrepancies on equipment, motor vehicles, services and make recommendations to the Shift Leader.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records.
• Abide by all standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 1: CCA qualification plus Registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic plus.
• Current registration with HPCSA.
• Valid driver’s license code C1(code 10) with PRDP (GP).
• Grade 2: CCA qualification plus Registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic.
• At least 7 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic (CCA) plus.
• Current registration with HPCSA (card).
• Valid driver’s license code C1 (code 10) with PRDP (GP) Or National Diploma in Emergency Medical Care.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic with National Diploma.
• Valid driver’s license code C1 (code 10) with PRDP (GP) Grade 3: CCA qualification.
• Registration with HPCSA as a paramedic.
• At least 14 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic (CCA).
• Valid driver’s license code C1(code 10) with PRDP (GP) Or National Diploma in Emergency Medical Care.
• At least 7 years’ experience after registration with PHCSA as a Paramedic with National Diploma plus.
• Valid driver’s license code C1(code10) with PRDP (GP) or B Tech Degree in Emergency Medical.
• Registration with HPCSA as an ECP.
• Valid driver’s license code C1 (code 10) with PRDP(GP) Grade 4: CCA qualification.
• At least 24 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic (CCA).
• Valid driver’s license code C1(code 10) with PRDP or National Diploma in Emergency Medical Care.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic plus.
• At least 17 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as a Paramedic with National Diploma.
• Valid driver’s license code C1 (code 10) with PRDP Or B Tech Degree in Emergency Medical Care.
• Registration with HPCSA as a ECP.
• At least 10 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as an ECP.
• Valid driver’s license code C1 (code 10) with PRDP (GP).
• Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required:
• The incumbents of these posts will report to the EMS shift leader: Emergency Medical Services and will be responsible to provide pre-hospital treatment within the scope of CCA/National Diploma in Emergency Medical Care/B Tech Degree in Emergency Medical Care and transport patients to an and transport patients to an appropriate health facility in order to minimise the loss of lives
• The ideal candidate must have a Knowledge of Advanced Life Support HPCSA protocols
• Knowledge of EMS protocols
• Knowledge and understanding of EMS Standard Operating Procedures
• Understanding of EMS work under pressure
• Patience, tolerance, empathy and cross-cultural awareness
• Interpersonal sensitivity
• Code of conduct