Emergency Response Team Driver (on call)

The Dutch Red Cross helps people in need, around the corner and far away, from our hearts and with our sleeves rolled up, that is what we stand for. We do this with many volunteers who work every day. Heroes who take a step forward when things get exciting. So that in times of need no one stands alone. We also offer integrated humanitarian aid internationally to people in need, who are vulnerable or victims of a natural disaster or crisis. The Emergency Response Team responds to accidents and calamities and supports ambulance personnel and other medical professionals. In carrying out their tasks, the emergency response team works in an organized context and is managed by a team leader. For the Flevoland district we are looking for an Emergency Response Team Driver, 6-8 hours p/wk As an emergency response team driver, you are part of one of the Red Cross emergency response teams. You and the team support the regional ambulance service with large-scale medical assistance at First Aid (Basic Life Support) level. You care for so-called T3 victims. These are (slightly) injured victims who are still able to walk. As a driver, you drive the Emergency Team car and, where appropriate, do this using optical and sound signals (OGS). What are you going to do? • Performing First Aid procedures at BLS level both independently and as part of a team; • Conduct victim monitoring (ABCDE); • You can transfer victim information (SBAR); • You identify and refer injuries and/or conditions that require the consultation of nurses or other medical professionals (in accordance with RTS); • You work together with healthcare professionals in an organized context (in the T3-V); • Setting up and facilitating a T3 collection and care point and managing the materials is part of your work; • You have knowledge of and can work with the materials in the emergency vehicle; • You ensure a safe and hygienic working environment; • You offer a listening ear, attention, recognition, support and comfort; • You carry out administrative actions such as victim registration. • Driving the Emergency Vehicle in urgent and non-emergency situations in compliance with all legal regulations and provisions is part of the work; • You are able to work with connection materials (both C2000 and radio walkie-talkie) • Checking the Emergency Vehicle and repairing minor defects is part of this position. What do we ask of you: • Minimum MBO working and thinking level; • Can speak, read and write in the Dutch language at level B1; • Has good communication and social skills; • Has a proactive working attitude and can work independently; • Is representative and flexible; • In possession of a driving license B with excellent driving skills; • At least 2 years (recent) driving experience and car technical insight; • Solid geographical/street knowledge and orientation skills; • Own your own car; • Prioritize and respond to victims' needs; • Working both independently and under the direction of a team leader in a coordinated context; • Active in event assistance (basic process), you have completed the event first responder learning route or are willing to complete it; • Mobile accessible and deployable within 15 minutes (willingness to carry a pager); • Physically able to perform all tasks (see box); • Completed employer's declaration, the employer agrees that you can leave immediately if an alarm is raised. What we offer you: An opportunity to expand your experiences and your network and to use your (professional) qualities for society. You will be given opportunities to develop further and your travel and expenses will be reimbursed. Interested? Respond now and register as a volunteer via message by leaving a message with your details so that we can reach you. If you have additional questions about this position, please do not hesitate to ask and leave a message with your details so that we can reach you. We hope to meet you soon!