Ivory Cary 3rd
North Chesterfield,VA
Summary
To obtain a health administration position, which will challenge me and help the organization continue to be successful.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Technologist
KAHC Orthopedics
Ft. Lee, Va
12.2017 - 01.2023
- As an orthopedic technologist, I complete daily chart preparation for three different orthopedic providers, perform cast/splint/brace applications, order x-rays, and assist in injections/small in clinic procedures
- I also perform collateral duties such as consult list review, supply orders, basic coding, and other general patient administration duties.
Orthopedic Technologist
VCU Orthopedics
Richmond, VA
01.2013 - 12.2017
- As an orthopedic technologist I complete chart prep for multiple doctors, vital signs, perform suture/staple removal, pin/rod/X-fix removals, advanced wound care, apply multiple types of upper and lower extremity braces/casts/splints/unna boots ect
- I am responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep my cast room with casting, splinting, brace materials
- I assist a plethora of different orthopedic doctors such as foot and ankle, podiatry, total joint, shoulder, and hand doctors.
Hospital Corpsman/ Orthopedic Technician
US Navy/Walter Reed Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
01.2008 - 10.2012
- As a Shift Leader Orthopedic Technician, my specialty was upper and lower extremity cast and splint applications
- I oversaw up to eight Technicians per shift, distributed workload, and assisted them with their patients
- In addition to casting, I handled wound care, suture and staple removal, bracing, and TLSO
- Also trained in performing traction, bone reduction assistance, and trapeze set-ups
- When not assisting with patients, I handled front desk customer service duties, which included scheduling appointments, orthopedic orders and supply, and maintained proper cast room stock.
Emergency Room Technician
US Navy/Portsmouth Naval
Portsmouth, VA
05.2006 - 09.2008
- As an Emergency Room Technician, I handled an array of jobs, such as EVOC and Emergency room tech
- While working as an ER tech I did IV’s NG tubes, blood draws, arterial blood gas simple orthopedic splinting, and incision and drainage procedures
- Reviewed vital signs, ordered x-rays and other orders wanted by emergency room doctors
- As an emergency vehicle operator, I transported patients for Portsmouth Naval Hospital and responded to emergencies at the shipyard nearby Portsmouth Naval Hospital.
Line Corpsman
USMC 2nd Marines 22MEU (SOC)
Camp Lejeune, NC
09.2005 - 05.2006
- As a line (infantry) corpsman, I oversaw a platoon of 30+ infantry marines in and around the areas of Hit and Ramadi Iraq
- I provided emergency medical assistance while on multiple foot and vehicle patrols.
Field Corpsman
US Navy/USMC/Quantico (OCS)
Quantico, VA
07.2005 - 09.2005
- As a field corpsman, I assisted USMC drill instructors and officer candidates with medical care such as small wound care, blister treatments, heat exhaustion/stroke, mild fracture splinting, immunizations, blood draws, and maintaining officer candidate’s medical records.
Education
Master of Science Healthcare Administration -
American Public University System
06.2024
Bachelor of Science Healthcare Administration -
American Public University System
02.2023
(8489 NEC) -
Orthopedic Tech School
12.2008
(8404 NEC) -
Field Medical Service School
07.2005
Hospital Corpsman -
USN Hospital Corps School
05.2005
Member of US Navy -
Recruit Training Command
09.2004
Advanced High School Diploma -
Matoaca High School
06.2004
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Solid customer service background
- Computer literacy/proficiency in a windows Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint operating system
- CHCS
- AHLTA
- DHMLSS
- IMPAX Client
- HAIMS
- Cerner/Genesis
- E-Profile
- Ability to effectively manage time
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Able to multi-task under extreme pressure
- Able to lift heavy equipment
References
References, DD-214 and college transcripts available upon request
Timeline
Orthopedic Technologist
KAHC Orthopedics
12.2017 - 01.2023
Orthopedic Technologist
VCU Orthopedics
01.2013 - 12.2017
Hospital Corpsman/ Orthopedic Technician
US Navy/Walter Reed Bethesda
01.2008 - 10.2012
Emergency Room Technician
US Navy/Portsmouth Naval
05.2006 - 09.2008
Line Corpsman
USMC 2nd Marines 22MEU (SOC)
09.2005 - 05.2006
Field Corpsman
US Navy/USMC/Quantico (OCS)
07.2005 - 09.2005
Master of Science Healthcare Administration -
American Public University System
Bachelor of Science Healthcare Administration -
American Public University System
(8489 NEC) -
Orthopedic Tech School
(8404 NEC) -
Field Medical Service School
Hospital Corpsman -
USN Hospital Corps School
Member of US Navy -
Recruit Training Command
Advanced High School Diploma -
Matoaca High School
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