Marc Hollinshead
North Hykeham,Lincoln
Summary
A former National Health Service Paramedic with over 14 years of experience in autonomous pre-hospital emergency care, demonstrating exceptional organisational and leadership skills.
A highly organised, and successful individual who is also confident, resourceful and adaptable. Well versed and effective in working long hours under stressful, arduous conditions in time critical situations, as well as working under time pressures and meeting Government set timeframes and deadlines.
Known for excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups, providing high standards of patient care. Articulate communicator with a proven track record in mentoring and inspiring teams to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Paramedic
East Midlands Ambulance Service Trust
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2013.05 - 2026.06
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Paramedic and member of the College of Paramedics.
- Conducted detailed assessments of patients' conditions, including dynamic risk assessments, diagnosing, treating and planning onward referral patient pathways.
- Mentored Paramedic students and EMT's through hands-on training and coaching sessions to enhance their practical skills.
Paramedic
Human Touch Training and Care Ambulance Service
Deeping St. James, Lincolnshire
2012.08 - 2013.05
- Delivered front-line emergency and high dependency services for East of England Ambulance Service Trust, providing timely and effective patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, contributing towards provision of seamless healthcare services.
- Operated and maintained ambulance equipment, guaranteeing readiness for immediate use.
Student in Paramedic Science Foundation Degree
Staffordshire University
Stafford, Staffordshire
2010.09 - 2012.08
- Foundation skills in paramedic practice, essential paramedic skills, professional practice, integration of theory and practice in out-of-hospital placements
- Assessment of patients throughout their lifespan, interpretation of signs and symptoms and impact of illness and disease
- Disorders affecting all ages and management of care of these, including advanced paramedic skills
- Communication skills with families, carers and members of the public and wider multi-disciplinary teams
- Professional issues surrounding paramedic practice and research-based theories that underpin paramedic practice
- Awarded Best Cohort Student
Assistant Centre Manager
Total Fitness
Prenton, Wirral
2009.09 - 2009.12
- Coordinated daily club operations and managed department supervision during Centre Manager's absence to ensure seamless functionality.
- Coordinated daily club operations and managed department supervision in the absence of the Centre Manager.
- Developed an understanding of membership sales process to improve club's sales strategy.
- Supervised staff, allocated daily tasks, enforced behaviour standards, provided training, ensured safety, and supported administration of personnel matters.
- 5% reduction in member complaints month on month
Fitness Manager
D W Sports Fitness
Macclesfield, Cheshire East
2009.02 - 2009.07
- Oversaw fitness product, monitoring member engagement and managing gym floor activities, personal training, group fitness, health and safety, risk assessments, and hygiene standards
- Enhanced productivity of fitness team and group exercise manager through proactive utilisation of fitness instructor journal
- Facilitated regular team and one-to-one meetings to identify individual needs, providing tailored mentoring and coaching
- (Maternity Cover)
National Accounts & Sales Manager
FitLinxx Ltd
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2006.09 - 2008.08
- Managed and increased all new add on sales and support contract sales within the UK and Ireland core markets, optimising lead generation whilst successfully developing relationships with key partners
- Managed relationships with territory sales managers for each fitness equipment provider, enhancing collaboration and support
- Initiated and monitored customer satisfaction processes, focusing on payment process tracking
- Achieved Revenue of £145360 in continued business sales and support contracts
- Achieved Revenue of £300652 in new business
Operations & Hospitality Manager
David Lloyd Leisure
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2000.09 - 2006.06
- Identified and implemented strategies to enhance profitability in hospitality operations while maintaining high service standards
- Co-ordinated delivery of initiatives to increase profit through effective cost control, labour scheduling, and sales generation
- Managed team to deliver all Club targets through coaching, support and performance improvement techniques
- Led team in opening two new leisure club facilities, achieving operational readiness ahead of schedule to open two new leisure club facilities
- Co-ordinated and developed Health & Safety activity and policies, compliant with all Standard Operating Procedures
- Negotiated all facilities management supply contracts including Electricity, Gas, Cleaning, Maintenance and Waste Management
Health and Fitness Manager
The Burton Water Health, Leisure and Racquets Club, Lincolnshire
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2000.04 - 2000.09
- Designed, organised and implemented a £310000 gymnasium operation and facilities to enhance member experience.
- Design of all policies, directives and service improvement strategies, including Initial Health Screening processes and Induction packages
- Purchased equipment, recruited, and trained staff.
Royal Air Force Physical Training Instructor
Royal Air Force (Various UK bases)
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
1990.10 - 2000.04
- Organised and led Adventurous Training expeditions across UK, USA, and Europe, instructing activities including mountaineering, rock climbing, open Canadian canoeing, kayaking, skiing, and walking
- Fitness Training and Testing for up to 2500 personnel. Organising all sporting events and expeditions and individual training regimes
- Completion of critique records to monitor recruits and devise alternative training methods to strengthen any weak areas
- Supervised junior staff to enhance training delivery and support their professional development
- Managed financial accounts and budgets for gymnasium sports, overseeing purchasing and inventory management of all equipment in account ledger and stock book
Education
NVQ Level 5 - Pre-Hospital Assessment and Disposition
East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Lincoln, Lincolnshire 2015.05 - 2015.06
NVQ Level 5 - Mentoring, Facilitating Work Based Learning & Assessment
University of Northampton
Northampton 2014.06 - 2014.09
Foundation Degree in Science - Paramedic
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent 2010.09 - 2012.06
NVQ Level 4 - Health and Safety in the Workplace
Chartered Institue of Environmental Health
Liverpool 2010.04 - 2010.06
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education, Computer Science
Yale College
WrexhamSome College (No Degree) - English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, Computer Studies, Business Studies
Ysgol Bryn Alyn
Wrexham1988
Skills
- Articulate
- Effective Communication and Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Organisational Skills and Time Management
- Adaptable and Resilient in Adversity
- Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills and Collaboration
- Digital and Data Literate
Certification
- BTEC Level 3 - Ambulance Emergency Driving, D1 Driving Licence
- Chartered Institute of Environemental Health - Level 3 Management of Risk Assessment Principles
- Royal Institue of Public Health - Health & Safety Certificate
- Royal Institue of Public Health - Food Hygiene Certificate & Cellar Management
- Conflict Resolution & Equal Opportunities Awareness
- Coach to Win - Diploma In Sports Psychology
- City & Guilds - Recreation and Leisure Studies
Timeline
NVQ Level 5 - Pre-Hospital Assessment and Disposition
East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust
2015.05 - 2015.06
NVQ Level 5 - Mentoring, Facilitating Work Based Learning & Assessment
University of Northampton
2014.06 - 2014.09
Paramedic
East Midlands Ambulance Service Trust
2013.05 - 2026.06
Paramedic
Human Touch Training and Care Ambulance Service
2012.08 - 2013.05
Foundation Degree in Science - Paramedic
Staffordshire University
2010.09 - 2012.06
Student in Paramedic Science Foundation Degree
Staffordshire University
2010.09 - 2012.08
NVQ Level 4 - Health and Safety in the Workplace
Chartered Institue of Environmental Health
2010.04 - 2010.06
Assistant Centre Manager
Total Fitness
2009.09 - 2009.12
Fitness Manager
D W Sports Fitness
2009.02 - 2009.07
National Accounts & Sales Manager
FitLinxx Ltd
2006.09 - 2008.08
Operations & Hospitality Manager
David Lloyd Leisure
2000.09 - 2006.06
Health and Fitness Manager
The Burton Water Health, Leisure and Racquets Club, Lincolnshire
2000.04 - 2000.09
Royal Air Force Physical Training Instructor
Royal Air Force (Various UK bases)
1990.10 - 2000.04
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education, Computer Science
Yale College
Some College (No Degree) - English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Education, Computer Studies, Business Studies
Ysgol Bryn Alyn