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Mark Barber

Blairsville,GA

Summary

I am a professionally trained Educator in Early Childhood Special Education. I am also a Paramedic that responds to 911 emergency medical calls, and have a Georgia EMS Instructor Coordinator/ Paramedic Certification. In both professions you stay abrest of national and state standards. It is my goal to use my eduction degree and other skill sets to serve in a greater capacity. I want to help serve veterans and make sure they receive appropriate medical care. I want to use my skill set as a paramedic and teacher to make appointments and creat accurate schedules for veterans.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct EMS Instructor

North Georgia Technical College
01.2024 - Current
  • Advised students on career paths within the emergency medical services field, helping them make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations governing EMS education programs, ensuring program accreditation and student eligibility for certification exams.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students discussing progress reports and addressing any concerns or questions about the program.
  • Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring optimal utilization of equipment and supplies during practical exercises.

Union County Paramedic

Union General Hospital, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Maintained patient care, records, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.

Paramedic

White County EMS/ NGMC Medical Transport
06.2022 - 03.2024
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Responded to over 200 911 Emergency Medical Calls.

Adjunct Instructor

Lanier Technical College
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
  • Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
  • Managed development of EMS program and system for use in expansion of curriculum delivery options for entry-level students, in clinical settings.

Paramedic Firefighter

Lumpkin County Emergency Services
06.2020 - 06.2022
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Respond to approximately 1000 emergency medical and fire 911 calls.

1st Grade Teacher

Preston School District
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

BYU Idaho
Rexburg, ID
12.2014

Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine.

Bridgerland Technology College
Logan, UT
03.2020

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • EMR Systems
  • Medical Data Acquisition
  • Safety Protocols
  • EMT Paramedic Instructor Coordinator for Georgia Department of Health
  • Medical History Collection
  • Patient Assessments
  • Critical Decision-Making Skills

Timeline

Adjunct EMS Instructor

North Georgia Technical College
01.2024 - Current

Union County Paramedic

Union General Hospital, Inc.
10.2023 - Current

Paramedic

White County EMS/ NGMC Medical Transport
06.2022 - 03.2024

Adjunct Instructor

Lanier Technical College
06.2022 - 01.2023

Paramedic Firefighter

Lumpkin County Emergency Services
06.2020 - 06.2022

1st Grade Teacher

Preston School District
08.2015 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

BYU Idaho

Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine.

Bridgerland Technology College
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