KENNETH ORDWAY
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
Orthopedic professional with extensive experience in pre- and post-operative care, surgical assistance, and patient management. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. Reliable and adaptable, consistently achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
MyMichigan Orthopedics
11.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including history, physical examination, and interpretation of diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) to diagnose orthopedic and sports medicine conditions.
- First-assist in a variety of orthopedic surgical procedures, including arthroscopic repairs, total joint arthroplasties, fracture fixations, and ligament reconstructions.
- Perform in-office procedures including joint aspirations/injections, ultrasound-guided injections, and wound care management.
- Develop and implement post-operative and non-operative treatment plans to optimize patient recovery and functional outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, post-surgical expectations, and injury prevention strategies.
- Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure multidisciplinary patient care.
- Mentor physician assistant students and provide preceptorship in clinical and surgical settings.
- Ensured patient safety during surgical procedures by adhering to strict sterilization protocols and monitoring vital signs throughout the operation.
- Created a positive environment for patients and their families by actively listening to concerns, providing emotional support, and connecting them with relevant resources when needed.
CrossFit Trainer
Worthy Health & Fitness
06.2019 - Current
- Promoted health and wellness to class members by encouraging sustainable habits and consistency.
- Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals.
- Developed orthopedic exercise rehabilitation training plans to help clients safely transition to pre-injury fitness programs and reduce re-injury.
- Construct and lead group fitness classes in safe and efficient exercise sessions that includes strength, power, stability, and cardiorespiratory fitness.
- Lead coach and programmer of Olympic Weightlifting clinics and specialty classes
- Created individual workout routines based on member fitness level.
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Pediatrics
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed sports physicals and pediatric wellness examinations.
- Provided education on nutrition and exercise for health and development.
- Developed assessments and plans for management with various illnesses.
- Performed essential physical exam skills for diagnostic purposes.
- Interpreted test results and images for proper diagnosis.
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Hospital: General Surgery
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Develop management plans for post-operative patients.
- Perform thorough history and physical examinations for acutely ill conditions.
- Interpret various CT scans and abdominal imaging results.
- Close during intra-operative procedures using numerous suturing techniques.
Physician Assistant Student
Hurley Hospital: Intensive Critical Care Unit
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Placed arterial lines and central venous catheters in critically ill patients.
- Monitored mechanical ventilation machines and the stability of respiratory distress.
- Reported pertinent findings to attending physician during rounds.
- Managed medications based on lab results and condition of patients.
- Responded to and performed ACLS protocols on critically ill patients.
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Emergency Medicine
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Provided laceration repair and deep wound care.
- Interpreted CT scan results, along with pertinent lab results.
- Recommended treatment options based on diagnoses.
- Performed physical examination skills for critical and non-critical patients.
- Responsible for reporting codes for stroke and ACS conditions.
Physician Assistant Student
Cox Sports Medicine
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Interpreted MRI and sonographic imaging of musculoskeletal injuries.
- Provided pertinent exam findings and history to diagnose various conditions.
- First-Assisted in surgical procedures of labral, cuff repairs, ACL reconstruction, tibial-fibular ORIF, and meniscectomy and chondroplasty.
- Performed soft tissue sonography.
- Assisted in point-of-care management with PRP and other various injections.
Physician Assistant Student
MyMichigan Healthcare: Family Medicine
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Interpreted ECG reports and routine lab results.
- Provided education on nutrition and exercise for chronic disease management.
- Explained medication options and adverse effects for chronic diseases.
- Performed intramuscular injections and provided updated immunizations.
- Recommended diagnoses based on examinations, test results, and symptoms.
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Obstetrics/Gynecology
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records as part of patient intake process.
- Recommended diagnoses based on examinations, test results and reported symptoms.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
- Interpreted routine lab results and ultrasounds of fetal growth.
- First-Assisted in surgical procedures and labor & delivery.
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Orthopedic Surgery
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Assessed operating room for sterility before beginning procedures by evaluating overall room cleanliness, instruments and equipment.
- Performed proper technique in sterilizing and gowning prior to surgical procedures.
- Assisted in various orthopedic surgical procedures, including total knee and total hip arthroplasties.
Medical Assistant
OUCH Urgent Care
01.2016 - 04.2020
- Stabilized acute orthopedic injuries through splinting or casting.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Health Fitness
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05.2020
Skills
- Safety-Conscious
- Anatomy & Kinesiology Knowledge
- Suturing & Wound Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Nutritional Counseling
- Fitness Assessments
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Joint Injections
- Postoperative Care
- Surgical Assistance
- Preoperative Planning
- Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Managed a staff that consistently received outstanding remarks on patient satisfaction reports.
- Maintained a productivity level of 4-5 patients per hour.
- Improved appointment efficiency, allowing our facility to see an average of 55 patients per day.
Certification
- Owen’s Recovery BFR Certification: 2022-04-23
- ACLS Certification: 2024-11
- PALS Certification: 2024-11
- FCCS Certification: 2021-11
- MAPA Member: 2025-2026
- AAPA Member: 2025-2026
Timeline
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
MyMichigan Orthopedics
11.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Pediatrics
06.2022 - 07.2022
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Hospital: General Surgery
05.2022 - 06.2022
Physician Assistant Student
Hurley Hospital: Intensive Critical Care Unit
03.2022 - 04.2022
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Emergency Medicine
02.2022 - 03.2022
Physician Assistant Student
Cox Sports Medicine
12.2021 - 02.2022
Physician Assistant Student
MyMichigan Healthcare: Family Medicine
11.2021 - 12.2021
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Obstetrics/Gynecology
08.2021 - 09.2021
Physician Assistant Student
Memorial Healthcare: Orthopedic Surgery
08.2021 - 09.2021
CrossFit Trainer
Worthy Health & Fitness
06.2019 - Current
Medical Assistant
OUCH Urgent Care
01.2016 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Health Fitness
Central Michigan University
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Central Michigan University
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