Eastern Cape Department of Health Emergency Care Officer Jobs 2025

Job Opportunity: Emergency Care Officer (ECO) in the Eastern Cape

If you love helping people in urgent situations and have a valid driver’s licence, the Eastern Cape Department of Health is looking for Emergency Care Officers to work in its EMS stations. These positions—Grades 1 through 3—are open across seven districts, from Nelson Mandela Metro to Chris Hani. You’ll get paid between R187 488 and R286 521 per year, depending on the grade, and you’ll be part of a team that saves lives every day.

Why this job matters

As an ECO you will:

• Give medical help at emergency scenes following the rules set by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Drive ambulances to take sick or injured people to hospitals.
• Keep ambulances, equipment, and paperwork in good shape.
• Work with other EMS staff to move patients between facilities when needed.

The role is great for anyone who is already registered as a Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA) or an Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA) and wants to step up to a more active, on‑call job.

Salary by grade

These figures come from the Occupational Specific Dispensation system, which matches pay to the level of skill and responsibility.

How to apply

1. Go to the Eastern Cape eRecruitment Portal.
   You can find it at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/
2. Pick the “Apply” button on the page for Emergency Care Officer posts.
3. Complete the online form and upload your resume before the deadline: 28 November 2025, 23:59.
4. If you have technical questions (no CVs, just tech help), email RecruitmentHeadOffice.gov.za. The team works Mon‑Thu 08:00‑16:30 and Fri 08:00‑16:00.
5. For general job questions, email RecruitmentHeadOffice@echealth.gov.za.

The portal is open 24/7, but the final application window closes automatically at 23:59 on the 28th. Late submissions will not be accepted, so act fast.

What you need to qualify

Grade 1 (Basic Ambulance Assistant – BAA)

• A National Senior Certificate.
• A completed Basic Life Support (BLS) course.
• HPCSA registration as a BAA.
• A Code 10 driver’s licence with a Personal Driver’s Permit (PDP).
• Good knowledge of BLS protocols.

Grade 3 (Ambulance Emergency Assistant – AEA)

• Completed Intermediate Life Support (ILS) course.
• HPCSA registration as an AEA.
• A Code 10 driver’s licence with PDP.
• Solid understanding of ILS procedures.

All candidates must be able to read and write in English, keep records accurately, and be willing to travel to the assigned EMS station.

Daily duties

• Respond to emergency calls and provide medical care according to HPCSA rules.
• Drive safely to hospitals while transporting patients.
• Fill out patient records, vehicle checklists, and log sheets.
• Keep ambulances clean and make sure all equipment works.
• Transfer patients between hospitals when required.
• Do any extra tasks that your supervisor asks for.

These responsibilities are the same in every district, but the work environment can vary depending on the area.

District‑by‑district breakdown

Final reminder

Don’t miss the 28 November 2025, 23:59 deadline. All applications must be submitted online. If you meet the qualifications and want to be part of a team that protects lives in the Eastern Cape, click the link above and start your application now.

Good luck!