Alta Hartzog
Auburn
Summary
Experienced Paramedic who is seeking a profession that utilizes my skills in a controlled environment.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Support Associate
CSL Plasma
Auburn
03.2023 - 03.2026
- Medical Support Assistant responsible for medical compatibility for prospective and current donors. This includes vital sign assessments, donor physicals and medication management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of plasma collection area and equipment.
- Educated donors on procedures, requirements, and aftercare protocols.
- Documented donor information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Responded to donor inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
Paramedic
Progressive Health
Hope Hull
06.2019 - 03.2025
- Paramedic duties in a plant setting
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions promptly.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for patients.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained supplies during emergencies.
- Documented patient care reports accurately for medical records compliance.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response techniques.
Paramedic
Regional Paramedical Services
Jasper
01.2015 - 05.2019
- Paramedic overseeing patient treatment and transportation. Responsible for making medical decisions and executing patient protocols in a manner consistent with the state standards. Responsible for communicating with the patient and the receiving facility including the physician.
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions promptly.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for patients.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained supplies during emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health issues and treatment options.
- Documented patient care reports accurately for medical records compliance.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response techniques.
Paramedic
East Alabama Medical Center
Opelika
09.1981 - 06.2014
- Paramedic and dispatch duties related to a ground ambulance
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions promptly.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for patients.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained supplies during emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health issues and treatment options.
- Documented patient care reports accurately for medical records compliance.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
Psychological Associate
State of Alabama
Montgomery
08.1994 - 11.2009
- Case management duties for incarcerated children
- Conducted psychological assessments to evaluate patient mental health status.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment planning.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to support client needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Developed therapeutic interventions tailored to diverse client populations.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues and resources available.
- Participated in training programs to enhance knowledge of psychological practices.
Police Sergeant
Auburn University
Auburn
03.1983 - 05.1988
- Police patrol Sergeant
- Supervised daily operations of campus police department.
- Conducted investigations into campus incidents and crimes.
- Enforced university regulations and state laws consistently.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance safety initiatives.
- Developed crime prevention strategies tailored to university environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with prompt and decisive action.
Education
Paramedic - Paramedicine
Trenholm Community College
Montgomery , AL 03.1982 - 08.1982
High school or equivalent -
Auburn High School
09.1974 - 06.1982
Business Administration - Industrial Management
Auburn University
06.1978 - 03.1982
Master's - Psychology
Auburn University Montgomery
03.1990 - 03.1994
MS - Human Resources Management
Troy University
09.1988 - 06.1990
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Airway management
- ACLS
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Patient assessment
- IV insertion
- Triage
- Physiology knowledge
- Hospital experience
- Critical care experience
- EMT experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Medication administration
- Basic life support
- IV therapy
- Medication management
- Electronic health records
Certification
- Paramedic License, AL Paramedic 8628240, 03/01/23, 03/01/27, Alabama Paramedic license
- PALS, 05/01/22, 05/01/26
- CPR, 01/01/22, 01/01/24
Willing To Relocate
- Auburn, AL
- Opelika, AL
Additional Information - Authorized To Work
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Medical Support Associate
CSL Plasma
03.2023 - 03.2026
Paramedic
Progressive Health
06.2019 - 03.2025
Paramedic
Regional Paramedical Services
01.2015 - 05.2019
Psychological Associate
State of Alabama
08.1994 - 11.2009
Master's - Psychology
Auburn University Montgomery
03.1990 - 03.1994
MS - Human Resources Management
Troy University
09.1988 - 06.1990
Police Sergeant
Auburn University
03.1983 - 05.1988
Paramedic - Paramedicine
Trenholm Community College
03.1982 - 08.1982
Paramedic
East Alabama Medical Center
09.1981 - 06.2014
Business Administration - Industrial Management
Auburn University
06.1978 - 03.1982
High school or equivalent -
Auburn High School
09.1974 - 06.1982