Medical Officer Grade 1 jobs

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
ECSS67/2026

Location:
Various Districts, Emergency Medical Services, Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Support Service

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 194 988 per annum, Grade 3: R 226 701 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

07 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

24 Aug 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

ENQUIRIES

EMS Southern District Office – Mr. M Mdzeke, Tel: 021 374 2316 / Mr. K Ndiki, Tel: 021 374 2316/7 EMS Eastern District Office – Mr. M Petersen, Tel: 021 361 6568 / Ms N Mlatsha, Tel: 021 816 8807 EMS West Coast District Office – Mr E. Pedro, Tel: 022 433 8853 / Ms S. Andrew, Tel: 022 433 8853 EMS Cape Winelands District Office - Mr I. Naidoo, Tel: 023 346 6000 / Ms A. Botha, Tel: 023 346 6022 EMS Overberg District Office – Ms Y Avontuur, Tel: 028 312 3219/ Mr M Jacobs, Tel: 028 284 9100 EMS Garden Route District Office Mr J Jansen, Tel: 044 802 2517 / Ms L. Jacobs, Tel: 044 802 2521 EMS Central Karoo District Office – Mr J. Jansen, Tel: 023 449 8202 / Ms L. Fortuin, Tel: 023 449 8209

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Grade 1: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an BAA. Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Excellent knowledge of all levels of emergency care protocols. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Grade 3: Successful completion of the Intermediate Life Support (ILS) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 1: Successful completion of an appropriate Basic Life Support (BLS) course that allows registration with the HPCSA as Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA).

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide quality and efficient roadside to bedside definitive emergency care within defined emergency time frames within and across geographic and clinical service platforms. Make use of all communication tools as provided by the Employer to facilitate safe communication in relation to patient care protocols. Effectively maintaining Admin Function: complete manual and electronic patient care reports and trip authority log sheets. Maintenance of Emergency Vehicles and Equipment. Ensure effective communication with regards to patients, colleagues, other services and members of the Public. Provide effective support to the supervisor and participate in own wellbeing.

NOTE

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. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid code C1 driver’s license. Valid professional driver’s permit (PrDP). Physical and mental fitness.

EXPERIENCE

None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a BAA or AEA.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.