Event Medical Responder (Casual)

Job title:

Event Medical Responder (Casual)

Company

NHS

Job description

Join the XL Team this year as we seek Event Medical Staff of varying skill levels to support events across the North-East and the UK.From first responders working alone at small low risk venues to large teams of multidisciplinary medical staff managing crowds in temporary medical centres, this role offers diverse experiences in event medical services.Main duties of the jobWe’re eager to connect with candidates who bring years of industry experience, but we’re equally excited to hear from newcomers.We can provide initial training for these roles, also were an me to offer bolt in training to top ups if required!Joining our multi-disciplinary team means continuous learning from seasoned professionals, making it an ideal environment for newcomers to gain valuable insights.As a member of the event medical team, your primary focus will be delivering pre hospital care to those who become ill or injured at large scale events.Compliance and OnboardingAs a CQC registered organisation we require candidates to complete our full induction and onboarding processes.This will include:

• Full enhanced DBS check (adults and children) [you may need to pay for this if you cannot provide appropriate evidence]
• References and Work History
• Health Declaration and Immunisation History
• Professional Registration check (where appropriate)

And either:

• Proof of qualifications or
• Complete full training

About usXL Team Comprehensive Medical, Health & Safety Solutions Across the U.K.XL Team, proudly rooted in the North East U.K., delivers a wide range of health, safety, and medical services nationwide. Our expertise includes event medical services with highly trained medics, paramedics, and ambulance support for events of all sizes. We also provide dedicated TV and film medical support, ensuring on-set safety for productions across the U.K.Our event welfare services offer vital attendee support, including quiet spaces, emotional care, and essential supplies to improve event experiences. In the workplace, our occupational health services help businesses promote employee well-being through tailored health surveillance and risk management solutions.We are a trusted provider of accredited training courses, including first aid, mental health first aid, and workplace safety, helping individuals and teams stay prepared for emergencies. Additionally, through XL Health, we lead community wellness initiatives and offer life-saving innovations to improve public safety.With a commitment to professionalism, care, and excellence, XL Team combines local expertise with national reach, offering bespoke services that enhance safety and well-being in any setting. Visit www.xlteam.co.uk to learn more.Date posted12 January 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£11.80 to £27.50 an hour Depending on grade and experience.ContractBankWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference numberE0431-25-0000Job locationsXL Team Education CentreA1, Euro House, EarlswayGatesheadNE110RQJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilities

• Apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of their clinical scope of practice
• Must be capable of working alone providing solo first response and confident working with a wider team.
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency requests calmly, efficiently and promptly;
• Administering basic life support to patients at the scene, in a pre-hospital/pre-transport setting in accordance with their clinical scope of practice,
• Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritise medical procedures to be followed
• Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion.
• Cleaning, organising and restocking supplies in a ready condition after each use
• Respond to requests for emergency and non-emergency medical care at events and other duties related to assisting event staff with general tasks that support the event
• Handling radio communications professionally and efficiently with careful regard to the divulgence of information respecting confidentiality requests at all times
• Work cooperatively with assisting agencies. This may include, but is not limited to, the wider Event Staff, Volunteers, security teams, Ambulance Services, event participants and spectators.
• Be nice, professional, courteous and an all-around happy and pleasant person.

The worker:

• Must perform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy
• Is expected to protect the privacy of all patient information
• Is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation
• Is expected to actively participate in monthly mandatory training (e-learning) and any other relevant training for their role.
• Must be a team player
• Ensure infection prevention and control measures are maintained, readiness, and adherence to quality assurance standards;
• Be flexible – work shift schedule may vary, and the start and shift times may vary due to the nature of the business;
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of applicable current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses;
• Assure that all certifications and/ or registrations are up-to-date
• Conduct themselves in a courteous, helpful, dignified and professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, their co-workers, supervisors and the public.

Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilities

• Apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of their clinical scope of practice
• Must be capable of working alone providing solo first response and confident working with a wider team.
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency requests calmly, efficiently and promptly;
• Administering basic life support to patients at the scene, in a pre-hospital/pre-transport setting in accordance with their clinical scope of practice,
• Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritise medical procedures to be followed
• Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion.
• Cleaning, organising and restocking supplies in a ready condition after each use
• Respond to requests for emergency and non-emergency medical care at events and other duties related to assisting event staff with general tasks that support the event
• Handling radio communications professionally and efficiently with careful regard to the divulgence of information respecting confidentiality requests at all times
• Work cooperatively with assisting agencies. This may include, but is not limited to, the wider Event Staff, Volunteers, security teams, Ambulance Services, event participants and spectators.
• Be nice, professional, courteous and an all-around happy and pleasant person.

The worker:

• Must perform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy
• Is expected to protect the privacy of all patient information
• Is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation
• Is expected to actively participate in monthly mandatory training (e-learning) and any other relevant training for their role.
• Must be a team player
• Ensure infection prevention and control measures are maintained, readiness, and adherence to quality assurance standards;
• Be flexible – work shift schedule may vary, and the start and shift times may vary due to the nature of the business;
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of applicable current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses;
• Assure that all certifications and/ or registrations are up-to-date
• Conduct themselves in a courteous, helpful, dignified and professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, their co-workers, supervisors and the public.

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Willingness to complete training (provided free of charge – note: you will not be paid to attend training)
• Or
• We are currently seeking Event Medical staff of all grades:
• Doctors (GMC registered with a license to practice)
• Nurses (NMC registered) – with acute / emergency setting experience
• Emergency Care Practitioners
• Paramedics (HCPC registered)
• Associate Ambulance Practitioners – AAP
• Emergency Medical Technicians – IHCD
• Emergency Ambulance Crew (NHS / SJA / BRC / FREC 5 )
• Emergency Care Assistants (NHS / FREC 4
• – with valid RCUK ILS certificate)
• Student Paramedics
• Ambulance Care Assistants (NHS)
• First Responders – FREC 3 / FPOS
• First Aiders – First Aid at Work / AED / Medical Gases

Desirable

• Full UK manual driving licence – held for over 12 months
• Emergency Response Driving Qualification
• NHS Care Certificate

ExperienceEssential

• Customer Service or public facing role experience
• Teamwork experience
• Willing to undertake any additional training for role (unpaid), provided by the XL Team

Desirable

• Experience working in an acute, emergency or pre hospital setting

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Willingness to complete training (provided free of charge – note: you will not be paid to attend training)
• Or
• We are currently seeking Event Medical staff of all grades:
• Doctors (GMC registered with a license to practice)
• Nurses (NMC registered) – with acute / emergency setting experience
• Emergency Care Practitioners
• Paramedics (HCPC registered)
• Associate Ambulance Practitioners – AAP
• Emergency Medical Technicians – IHCD
• Emergency Ambulance Crew (NHS / SJA / BRC / FREC 5 )
• Emergency Care Assistants (NHS / FREC 4
• – with valid RCUK ILS certificate)
• Student Paramedics
• Ambulance Care Assistants (NHS)
• First Responders – FREC 3 / FPOS
• First Aiders – First Aid at Work / AED / Medical Gases

Desirable

• Full UK manual driving licence – held for over 12 months
• Emergency Response Driving Qualification
• NHS Care Certificate

ExperienceEssential

• Customer Service or public facing role experience
• Teamwork experience
• Willing to undertake any additional training for role (unpaid), provided by the XL Team

Desirable

• Experience working in an acute, emergency or pre hospital setting

Expected salary

£11.8 – 27.5 per hour

Location

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Job date

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:30:51 GMT

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