Medical Volunteer Program | Alberta

Odyssey Medical; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in event medical services is seeking dedicated individuals for their Medical Volunteer Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, assisting with primary medical response at various events across Alberta. Volunteers will be integral in providing care and support to event attendees, ensuring a safe and welcoming atmosphere. With a commitment to diversity and equality, this organization values the contributions of all team members and offers perks such as meals and event swag while volunteering. Join a team that prioritizes patient care and community engagement.

Benefits

Meals and Snacks

Event Swag

All Equipment and PPE Provided

Qualifications

• Must have IFA, EFR, EMR, PCP, ACP, RN certification or be working towards one.
• Hands-on event medical experience and field training are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical response to on-site emergencies at events.
• Support front-line medical personnel during major planned events.

Skills

Customer Service

Event Medical Response

Team Collaboration

Emergency First Aid

Adaptability in High-Stress Environments

Education

PCP Certification

EMR Certification

RN Certification

Advanced Care Paramedic Certification

Job description

We have a wealth of experience in supporting special events. Whether your event is a marathon, cycling event or obstacle adventure course, a music festival, concert, or VIP speaker, a stadium-based event, parade or civic celebration, we have the expertise. We are national leaders in event medical, first aid, health and safety for mass gatherings. We have expertise in risk management, emergency planning, traffic planning, event operations and medical direction.

Job Description

WHO WE ARE:

Odyssey Medical is a nationally incorporated Canadian business specializing in Event Medical and Risk Management services. Delivering approximately 2500 days of simultaneous event coverage annually, Odyssey supports private and public clients as they host events ranging in size, scale and complexity. Backed by credentialed and fully insured multidisciplinary response teams, Odyssey administers front-line patient care and programs across a range of events such as marathons, cycling races, obstacle and adventure courses, mass-gathering concerts and festivals, stadium-based events, and community-focused celebrations. Additionally, Odyssey has experience supporting established venues such as nightclubs and film & TV sets with medical team coverage on a year-round basis. Odyssey has an established Medical Direction and symptom relief program to support first responders, medics, and advanced medical team practitioners in providing efficient, discreet, and exceptional care.

Requirements

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Odyssey Medical is seeking experienced individuals within Alberta to join our Medical Volunteer Program within our EVENT MEDICAL TEAM division. Main event/festival locations include Calgary, Edmonton, Strathmore, and Camrose. As key members of our medical volunteer personnel, you will support our front-line essential members at selected Major Planned Events, providing services to clients and patients.

Our mission is to provide primary medical response to any on-site medical emergencies at each event. We are looking for team members who can:

• Successfully complete all mandatory areas of the company's training
• Provide a responsive, respectful, and welcoming environment for event attendees, patients, and staff
• Work comfortably in fast-paced, high-stress environments, both indoor and outdoor

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• You are a student (PCP, Medical, or RN) or a newly certified medical personnel motivated to learn and gain experience in the event medical industry
• Must have your IFA, EFR, EMR, PCP, ACP, RN certification or be working towards finalizing one of these certifications
• Able to adhere to your scope of practice while learning and ensuring patient care remains your top priority
• Customer service-oriented approach
• Coachable with a willingness to learn
• Hands-on event medical experience
• Experience in field training and leadership
• Networking and connections in the medical community
• Availability to attend events across Alberta
• Odyssey Medical t-shirt and swag
• Meals, snacks, and additional perks while volunteering (event-dependent)
• All equipment and PPE provided

Odyssey Medical Inc. is committed to diversity and equality in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidates based on merit, qualifications, skills, and experience, without discrimination based on protected grounds.