YOU DON’T HAVE TO RUN TO HAVE THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
What do you get for volunteering?
#theultraXperience without having to run a mile!
Should you be selected to volunteer as a medic on our events we will ask that you also register with TrailMed who will then manage the medical governance. This means TrailMed can support you fully. If you have any questions on this please email UltraX@trailmed.co.uk
APPLY HERE
- Experienced on-site clinical team lead.
- Consultant-level top cover.
- Access to event-specific WhatsApp Group.
- Access to online clinical documentation platform.
- Medical Kit.
- Clinical Governance, Clinical Guidelines and Standard. Operating Procedures.
- A pre-expedition brief.
- TrailMed provides medical malpractice insurance to individuals volunteering for Ultra X on their medical team, and who are healthcare professionals registered in the U.K. or volunteering as First Aiders.
- CPD certificate.
- Access to further event work both UK and overseas.
- Food, drink, and accommodation for the duration of the event.
- Ultra X Race Credits:
1 day event – £100 race credit
2 day event – £200 race credit
5 day event – £500 race credit
ULTRA X
EVENTS
Ultra X events are multi-day endurance expeditions, often held in remote and challenging environments. Our medical teams play a central role in athlete safety, decision-making and the overall experience of the event.
We are looking for clinicians who are calm under pressure, comfortable with responsibility, and motivated by meaningful expedition experience rather than routine event cover.
This is not a passive role. It is hands-on, decision-heavy and deeply rewarding for the right people.
What it means to be an Ultra X expedition medic
Ultra X medical teams are embedded in the event from start to finish.
You will work closely with race directors, safety teams and local providers to support athletes across multiple stages and environments.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Managing common endurance and environmental conditions such as fatigue, dehydration, heat illness, soft tissue injuries and foot care
- Supporting athletes over multiple days, not just at a single finish line
- Making and communicating clear decisions around athlete safety and continuation
- Working in remote camps, checkpoints and mobile environments
- Contributing to a calm, professional and supportive event culture
- This is real-world expedition medicine, not a tick-box role.
Who we are looking for TODAY
We welcome applications from:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Paramedics
You do not need to have worked at Ultra X before. You do need:
- Sound clinical judgement
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively in challenging environments
- A genuine interest in endurance events and expedition-style medicine
Previous expedition, wilderness or remote medicine experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
What you gain from volunteering
Medics consistently tell us that Ultra X events provide:
- Genuine expedition experience in a supported environment
- Meaningful responsibility and autonomy
- Opportunities to develop confidence and decision-making skills
- Experience that contributes to portfolios, logbooks and future expedition roles
- A strong sense of team and community
- Ultra X event credit
Many of our medics return year after year and recommend colleagues to join them.
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS
1
Complete The
Application Form
Above
2
Applications Are
Reviewed By The
Ultra X team
3
Suitable
Applicants May
Be contacted
Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee placement at an event. Event availability varies by location and season. We aim to communicate clearly and promptly throughout the process
A NOTE ON FIT
Ultra X events can involve long days, challenging conditions and repeated decision-making. We aim to be transparent about this from the outset so that both you and the event benefit from a good match. If you are looking for meaningful experience, responsibility and a team that values professionalism and care, we would love to hear from you.
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