Elizabeth Hanlon
Southwick
Summary
Highly motivated Emergency Medical Technician & Paramedic student with a background in behavioral health demonstrating communication, patience, and crisis management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Becket Ambulance Department
06.2025 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and stabilization of patients while collaborating with paramedic.
- Conduct routine vehicle checks and equipment maintenance to ensure readiness.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation for continuity of care and reporting purposes.
Research Assistant
Westfield State University
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted literature reviews to support research project development and findings.
- Assisted in experimental design development.
- Analyzed data using statistical software to derive meaning from results.
- Presented research findings at statewide and regional conferences.
Behavior Technician
Autism Allies
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Monitored and documented client behavior and documented progress to inform behavior plan adjustments.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing behavioral needs using applied behavior analysis.
- Improved communication skills in non-verbal patients through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Used de-escalation techniques during behavioral emergencies.
K-2 ABA Paraprofessional
North Street School, Windsor Locks, CT
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in implementing individualized education plans for students with developmental disabilities.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors or emotional distress.
Education
Certificate - Paramedic Program
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA10-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Biology, Pre-Medicine track
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2026
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Problem-solving
- Pre-hospital care
- BLS/ALS interface
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (Massachusetts)
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (National Registry)
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Becket Ambulance Department
06.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Autism Allies
11.2024 - 08.2025
K-2 ABA Paraprofessional
North Street School, Windsor Locks, CT
06.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Westfield State University
09.2023 - Current
Certificate - Paramedic Program
Westfield State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Biology, Pre-Medicine track
Westfield State University
Relevant coursework
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Cardiology; Patient Assessment; Foundations of Paramedicine
- EMT-Basic Course
- Medical Ethics
- General Chemistry; Organic Chemistry
- Abnormal Psychology
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Medical Microbiology
Research
- Exploring interactions between the circadian rhythm system and sex on alcohol sedation in Drosophila melanogastor (September 2024-present); Presented at MassURC and Eastern Psychological Association.
- Does short form video content impact sympathetic nervous system arousal? (Jan 2024-April 2024); Presented at MassURC.