Pieter Botes
Compassionate and dependable Carer with emergency medical response background
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About
Compassionate and dependable Carer with a strong background in emergency medical response, patient support, and daily living assistance. Experienced in providing calm, respectful care in high-pressure environments, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting individuals with dignity. Brings additional strengths in communication, problem-solving, and time management, supported by earlier experience in HR, administration, and logistics.
Experience
Carer / Emergency Medical Support (Paramedic Background) - Emergency Response Units - South Africa
Delivered patient-centred care during high-pressure emergencies.
- Performed ACLS, BLS, and PALS interventions with accuracy and calmness.
- Assisted with mobility, comfort, reassurance, and emotional support.
- Communicated effectively with medical teams using correct terminology.
- Maintained accurate patient care and medication documentation.
- Supported training of new paramedics and firefighters.
Administration, HR & Operations Support - Independent Contractor - Kempton Park, South Africa
(1995-01 - 2007-12)
- Managed staff time-logs, HR relations, and daily administrative tasks
- Coordinated transport and logistics for multiple organisations.
- Identified and resolved operational issues, including Health & Safety concerns
- Maintained high attention to detail across financial and administrative duties
- Demonstrated strong communication and independent work capability.
Education
Higher Diploma - Paramedic - Hoërskool Birchleigh (1993-01 - 1993-12)
High School Diploma - Hoërskool Birchleigh
