Paramedic Grade 1 to 4 (EMS Continuous Quality

Overview

Paramedic Grade 1 to 4 position within Western Cape Emergency Medical Services focused on continuous quality improvement and clinical governance in emergency care delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Grade 1: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant (CCA) programmes that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Paramedic. -Grade 2: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant programme or a Recognized National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic.
• Grade 3: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant (CCA) programme or a Recognized National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic or B Tech Degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Practitioner.
• Grade 4: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant (CCA) programme or a Recognized National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic or B Tech Degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Practitioner.
• Registration with a professional council: Grade 1: Registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic (CCA).
• Grade 2: Registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic with CCA or National Diploma.
• Grade 3: Registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic with CCA or National Diploma or ECP.
• Grade 4: Registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic with CCA or National Diploma or ECP.
• Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic (CCA).
• Grade 2: 7 years after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic (CCA).
• None after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic with National Diploma.
• Grade 3: Registered Paramedic (CCA) - 14 years after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic.
• Registered Paramedic (NDip) - 7 years after registration with the HPCSA as a Paramedic.
• Registered ECP– None.
• Grade 4: Registered Paramedic (CCA) - 24 years after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic.
• Registered Paramedic (NDip) - 17 years after registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic.
• Registered ECPs-10 years after registration with the HPCSA as an ECP.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Physical and mental fitness.
• Valid code C1 driver’s license.
• Valid professional driver’s permit (PrDP).
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols within the scope of registration category.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and skills.

Duties

• Clinical Quality Assurance & Patient Safety: Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive quality improvement frameworks to ensure consistent, high-standard emergency care delivery from roadside to bedside Establish and maintain robust clinical governance structures, including incident reporting systems, adverse event management, and patient safety protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate clinical performance against established emergency response timeframes and quality benchmarks across all service platforms.
• Coordinate systematic collection and analysis of patient feedback, complaints, compliments, and clinical outcomes to drive service improvements.
• Clinical Leadership & Professional Development: Provide strategic clinical leadership and mentorship to prehospital emergency care providers across all levels of service delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop evidence- based clinical protocols, care pathways, and operational guidelines Design and facilitate continuous professional development programs, including clinical coaching, skills enhancement, and competency assessments Establish clinical oversight mechanisms to support real-time decision-making and maintain clinical excellence standards.
• Quality Improvement Program Management: Design, implement, and evaluate targeted quality improvement initiatives based on current evidence, best practices, and local contextual needs.
• Coordinate cross-functional quality improvement projects involving clinical, operational, and administrative stakeholders.
• Establish data-driven performance monitoring systems to track clinical outcomes, response times, and service effectiveness.
• Lead root cause analysis processes for clinical incidents and develop corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Strategic Clinical Governance: Uphold and promote patient-centred care principles throughout all emergency medical service operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and organisational policies across geographic and clinical service platforms.
• Develop and maintain clinical standards, protocols, and quality metrics that align with national emergency medical service guidelines.
• Provide clinical expertise and leadership input for strategic planning and service development initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between clinical teams, management, and external healthcare partners.
• Represent the organisation in clinical governance forums, quality improvement networks, and professional development initiatives.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, healthcare institutions, and community stakeholders to support integrated emergency care delivery.
• Prepare and present clinical performance reports, quality improvement outcomes, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

How to apply

Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)

Enquiries: Dr N Abdullah at (063) 780-1864 or email: Naseef.abdullah@westerncape.gov.za

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. 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. OTHER POSTS