Global Medical Safety and Risk Solutions (GMSRS) is a trusted provider of bespoke healthcare and rescue services across both onshore and offshore sectors. Through our Medevac Africa division, we specialize in delivering high-performance medical support for critical operations in remote and maritime environments. Backed by a robust clinical governance framework and a team-first approach, we empower our professionals to deliver exceptional care where it matters most.
Role Overview
We are seeking experienced, paid medical rescue professionals to join our adhoc response teams under the Medevac Africa banner. These project-based roles support:
- Maritime medical evacuations
- Offshore and onshore search and rescue (SAR)
- Aviation-based extractions in remote offshore or wilderness environments
Rescuers operate from both vessels and helicopters, responding to complex real-world emergencies. Candidates must be prepared for both day and night times operations in dynamic, high-risk environments.
Minimum Requirements
- Valid HPCSA registration (ALS / ILS / ECA / ECT / ECP)
- Completed CPG upgrades relevant to your scope
- Current CPD compliance
- Valid individual medical malpractice insurance
- Proof of medical fitness, including swim and physical ability
- Basic computer literacy (Microsoft 365 proficiency advantageous)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Independent clinical decision-making capability
- Own reliable transport to operation base, ideally within 30-60 minutes from activation
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- High Angle Rescue certification
- Deliver high-quality prehospital care and emergency medical rescue
- Conduct patient assessments, interventions, and post-event care
- Maintain accurate clinical records and incident documentation
- Respond effectively to both emergency and SAR missions
- Operate within helicopter and vessel SAR missions
- Compile and submit detailed case and medical reports
- Participate in debriefings and post-incident reporting
Ongoing Commitment
- Must be available for project-based deployments
- Participation in regular training exercises
- Subject to quarterly proficiency testing, including physical fitness and swim assessments
Operational Focus Areas
- Search and Rescue (Offshore & Onshore)
- Maritime Medical Evacuations (Vessel)
Ready to join the team?
If you meet the above criteria and are looking to apply your expertise in a meaningful and high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.
- Ensure that your CV and supporting documents are submitted as a single PDF file.
- Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 30 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
Join us in making a difference where it matters most on the ground, at the frontline of public safety and emergency care.