Medical Volunteer Program - British Columbia (ongoing)

Odyssey Medical; Canada; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A national medical services provider is seeking volunteers for their ongoing Medical Volunteer Program in British Columbia. As part of the Event Medical Team, you will gain exposure to medical care at various events while ensuring patient safety and supporting clients. Ideal candidates are current medical students or newly certified professionals with relevant emergency certifications looking to build their skills in a dynamic environment. This unpaid position offers invaluable volunteering experience and networking opportunities in the medical community.

Benefits

Training and leadership opportunities

Branded clothing and snacks

Networking opportunities in medical community

Qualifications

• Current student or newly certified medical professional seeking event medical exposure.
• Must hold or be working towards emergency-related certifications.
• Ability to volunteer in fast-paced, high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk-matched care during medical emergencies.
• Act as an extension for the clients' needs during events.
• Foster team collaboration and effective communication.

Skills

Customer service-oriented mindset

Ability to work in high-stress environments

Eagerness to learn and absorb knowledge

Education

Emergency First Responder certification

Advanced Medical First Responder certification

Emergency Medical Responder certification

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Medical Volunteer Program - British Columbia (ongoing)

Various locations, Canada | Posted on 09/23/2025

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 various 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 equestrian parks, nightclubs and film & TV sets with medical team coverage year-round. 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.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Odyssey Medical is looking for individuals within BC to join our Medical Volunteer Program - British Columbia candidate pool within our EVENT MEDICAL TEAM division. This posting is ongoing, and candidates will be reviewed periodically. Our typical onboarding season is from February to April; however, we do onboard sporadically throughout the year. We are seeking dedicated volunteers who are committed to upholding our collective objective s:

• We take care of our PATIENTS by prioritizing risk-matched care that serves as a primary response to any on-location medical emergencies that may arise.
  
• We take care of our CLIENTS by acting as an extension of their eyes and ears and projecting a welcoming yet alert presence while circulating within the event site and among participants.
  
• We take care of our CREW by building a culture of mutual support, fostering effective communication and promoting team collaboration to ensure that our skills develop and align with the ever-evolving needs of pre-hospital care.
  

Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE AS A VOLUNTEER :

You are a current student or a newly certified medical professional wishing to gain exposure to the event medical industry.

Must hold one of the following: Emergency First Responder, Advanced Medical First Responder, Emergency Medical Responder, or Lifeguard certification or be working towards finalizing.

An eagerness to actively observe, absorb knowledge, and acquire practical patient care skills .

A customer service-oriented mindset (welcoming, informative, helpful, respectful)

Be comfortable volunteering in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, both indoors and outdoors, such as concert venues, festivals, and other mass-type gatherings.

A transportation plan (car, carpooling, rideshare) to get to/from the event site to which you are assigned.

A full understanding that this is strictly an unpaid volunteer position solely driven by your interest to get involved, see some pretty cool stuff and continuously learn while joining in the fun along the way!

HOW WE SUPPORT OUR VOLUNTEERS:

We provide the right equipment/tools/gear/bags to get the job done.

We provide all PPE

We provide in-field exposure, training and leadership

We provide opportunities to network and form connections in the medical community

We provide branded Odyssey Medical T-shirts, snacks and other swag!

Odyssey Medical is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidate for the position based on their qualifications and merit in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience. Odyssey Medical will not discriminate against job applicants on any grounds protected by human rights legislation during any phase of the recruitment, screening and hiring process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Our integrated AI hiring strategy prioritizes efficiency and equity while upholding a candidate-centric approach. Recognizing the deeply personal nature of job seeking, our screening procedures are tailored to understand each candidate individually. While AI enhances efficiency by managing administrative duties and scheduling, human discernment remains pivotal in evaluating candidates. At every pivotal juncture of our hiring journey – from initial resume reviews, interviews and candidate selections – seasoned professionals lead the process, ensuring human judgement remains at the core of our Odyssey's talent acquisition decisions.