Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA/BLS) – Emergency Services

About the role

Our client, a leading healthcare provider, is seeking a Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA/BLS) to support private emergency services across Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Newcastle in KwaZulu‑Natal. The role involves responding to emergency calls, providing basic life support, and ensuring patients receive safe, timely care.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain operational readiness for emergency dispatches.
• Administer patient care within the BAA/BLS scope of practice.
• Complete and manage Patient Report Forms accurately.
• Adhere to HPCSA guidelines and company procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve shared objectives.

Required profile

• Basic Life Support Practitioner qualification.
• Professional registration with the HPCSA as a BAA/BLS.
• Valid driver’s licence, including a Public Drivers Permit (PrDP).
• Minimum six months of BLS road experience.
• Strong knowledge of the EMS environment and HPCSA scope of practice.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible payment options.
• Placement opportunities across various South African clients.
• Complimentary indemnity cover at specified clients.