Event Medical Services & Paramedic Standby
Be ready for the unexpected.
Protect your event with experienced paramedics and EMTs on site.
Medical Emergencies can happen at any event
Medical standby is often associated with sporting events, but event medicine extends far beyond the field of play.
Even smaller gatherings can benefit from appropriate medical support depending on the event, activities, location, duration and risk profile, as someone could suffer a fall, choking incident, stroke, heart attack, or other medical emergency. In these moments, having trained medical professionals immediately available can make a critical difference.
Medical emergencies can happen anywhere, at any event. Being prepared means having the right care close at hand when it matters most.
Type of events we cover:
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Sporting events
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Motocross and motorsports
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Cycling events
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Running races
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Martial arts and combat sports
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Festivals
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Concerts
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Corporate events
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Conferences
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Private events
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Community events
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Parades
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Film and production events
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School and university events
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Outdoor events
Event Medicine Is an Established Practice
ACEP currently has a dedicated Event Medicine Section whose purpose is to promote event medicine as a subspecialty of emergency medicine, provide education, and support physicians involved in event medical care. ACEP specifically discusses organizing medical responses for events both large and small.
Learn more about Event Medicine at ACEP
Planning for On-Site Medical Care
The National Association of EMS Physicians (NAEMSP) recognizes the unique medical challenges associated with mass gatherings and emphasizes the importance of planning, staffing and medical oversight. Its guidance includes providing initial stabilization on-site and reducing the burden on local EMS and healthcare resources.
For event organizers, having qualified medical personnel already on-site can provide an additional layer of preparedness while allowing local emergency services to remain available for other community emergencies.
NAEMSP — Mass Gathering Medical Care
Why On-Site Medical Standby Matters
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Pre-Event Safety & Emergency AssessmentsFor select events, our team conducts a pre-event site walk-through to identify potential safety and medical concerns and assess emergency access, evacuation considerations, and preparedness for fire, medical, and other emergencies.
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Onsite medical standby provides immediate access to trained medical professionals, coordinated emergency response, and enhanced preparedness—helping protect guests, staff, and participants when seconds matter.
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Dedicated Two-Person ALS Team
Our ALS standby team consists of one certified Paramedic and one Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Both providers maintain current testing and certifications and meet applicable requirements for disaster preparedness, physical fitness, and professional conduct. -
Physician Access & Medical Oversight
Our medical team has direct communication with an off-site trauma emergency room physician when additional medical guidance or consultation is required. -
Professional Liability Coverage
Services are supported by a Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO) Certificate of Insurance with an occurrence-based policy. -
Insurance Coverage
Paramedics Unlimited maintains professional liability, general liability and workers' compensation coverage. Certificates of insurance are available upon request. Clients can be added as additional insureds. -
Trauma-Level Medical Direction
Medical control and clinical direction are provided through a Level I trauma hospital, supporting evidence-based care and coordinated decision-making during medical emergencies. -
The benefit is simple: instead of waiting for an emergency response system to arrive, professional medical care is already onsite and ready to respond.
When every minute matters
When medical emergency occurs, every minute can make a difference. According to City of Phoenix data, the citywide 90th-percentile response time for the first arriving ALS unit was 7 minutes 16 seconds in 2026 year-to-date through April 30, while the 90th-percentile ambulance response time was 9 minutes 13 seconds.
With an on-site medical team, qualified medical professionals are already at your event and can begin assessment and appropriate care while coordinating with 911 and additional emergency resources when needed.
City of Phoenix — Response Times & Call Volumes
With an onsite ALS medical standby team, qualified medical professionals are already at your event and ready to assess and begin appropriate care immediately—without waiting for an off-site emergency unit to travel to the scene.
Our ALS teams provide rapid access to a Paramedic and EMT who can initiate emergency medical care, coordinate with the 911 system, and facilitate additional resources or transport when necessary.
With an on-site medical team, qualified professionals are already present to assess and treat patients and coordinate with 911 when additional emergency resources or transport are required.
Protect your guests, staff, performers, and participants with professional medical coverage designed specifically for your event.
Request Event Medical Coverage: (602) 253-0549. We look forward to supporting your event.
Advanced Life Support (ALS): one paramedic + one EMT for events requiring advanced emergency-care capability.
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Our ALS team consists of one certified Paramedic and one EMT, equipped with a comprehensive ALS kit, medical equipment, and emergency drug box.
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All of our Paramedics and EMTs maintain current testing and certifications and meet our standards for clinical competency, disaster preparedness, physical fitness, and professional conduct.
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An ALS team is equipped to provide advanced emergency medical care, including:
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Emergency cardiac and trauma medications
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Cardiac monitoring and defibrillation
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IV fluids and intravenous access equipment
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Advanced airway management equipment
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Bleeding control and trauma supplies
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Other essential emergency and life-saving medical equipment
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Pricing starts at $190.00 per hour, for 1 ALS Team, with final rates determined by location, event requirements, duration, and other applicable factors - with a 3 hour minimum.
Our Event Medical Teams
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) with basic life support
Our BLS (Basic Life Support) care service consists of either one EMT or two EMTs and includes a fully equipped BLS kit.
One EMT for lower-acuity/lower-risk events where a single provider is appropriate.
Two-person BLS: available/recommended where simultaneous patient-care tasks or higher patient volume are anticipated.
Our EMTs maintain current certifications and required testing, ensuring they are fully prepared to provide professional and effective care. Our team prioritizes ongoing training, disaster preparedness, physical fitness, and adherence to the highest standards of professional conduct.
Pricing starts at $90.00 per hour, for One EMT, with final rates depending on location, event requirements, staffing needs, and other applicable factors - with a 3 hour minimum.
BLS vs. ALS Medical Standby
Not every event requires the same level of medical coverage. The appropriate level of care depends on factors such as the type of event, attendance, activities, location, duration and potential medical risks.
BLS Medical Standby
Our BLS service provides an EMT equipped with a dedicated BLS medical kit for events requiring basic emergency medical coverage.
ALS Medical Standby
Our ALS service provides a Two-Person Paramedic-Led ALS Team (one Paramedic and one EMT), equipped for advanced emergency medical care.
A two-person ALS team allows providers to divide responsibilities during a serious emergency — for example, one provider can manage the patient's airway or cardiac care while the other performs assessment, bleeding control, medication preparation or other essential interventions.
This team-based approach provides a higher level of readiness while allowing your event's medical team to coordinate with 911 and other emergency resources when additional care or transport is required.
If you're unsure which level of coverage is appropriate for your event, we can help you determine the appropriate medical standby solution based on your event's specific needs.
For more information, please see our blog post on this topic.
How it works
1.Tell us about your event
Date, location, attendance, activities and duration.
2. We assess your requirements
BLS or ALS, staffing, equipment and site considerations.
3. We build your medical coverage plan
Including emergency access and coordination requirements.
4. Our medical team arrives prepared
Your Paramedic/EMT team is on-site and ready before the event begins.
5. We coordinate with 911 when necessary
Escalating care and arranging additional resources or transport when required.