Marcus Je'von Fulton
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Combat medical professional with substantial experience in emergency medical care and battlefield trauma. Skilled in advanced life support, wound management, and patient stabilization. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations. Known for reliability and effective communication under changing conditions.
Experienced with emergency medical procedures and patient care under critical conditions. Utilizes advanced trauma response techniques to stabilize and treat patients efficiently. Knowledge of medical protocols and teamwork ensures seamless integration into any medical support team.
Experienced with assisting in surgical procedures and ensuring patient safety. Utilizes knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical instruments effectively. Track record of collaborating with medical teams to achieve successful outcomes.
Qualified Operating Room Specialist focused on delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring smooth surgical procedures. Proven track record of maintaining sterile environments and assisting surgeons with precision. Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and strong teamwork skills.
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Work History
68W-Combat Medical Specialist
U.S. Army Reserves
Fort Knox, KY
04.2007 - Current
- Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties.
- Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment.
- Interview patients and record their medical histories.
- Take patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Prepare blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Keep health records and clinical files up to date.
- Give shots and medicines to patients.
- Prepare patients, operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgery.
- Some of the more common needs of the medic are to administer intravenous solutions in the field to soldiers dehydrated from long movements and training.
- Delivered emergency medical care during field operations, stabilizing casualties for evacuation.
- Performed triage and assessed injuries to prioritize treatment under austere conditions.
- Documented patient assessments, treatments, and transfers to support accurate medical records.
- Prepared medical supplies, equipment, and treatment areas for rapid deployment readiness.
- Assisted with preventive medicine measures to reduce illness and preserve unit readiness.
- Provided vital emotional support for injured personnel, demonstrating empathy and compassion during difficult circumstances.
Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor
College of Health Care Professionals
Dallas, TX
07.2024 - 08.2026
- Developed clinical lesson plans aligned with curriculum, accreditation standards, and student learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student performance using rubrics, skills checklists, and objective competency assessments.
- Coordinated with healthcare sites to align placement requirements, schedules, and instructional expectations.
- Documented student progress, attendance, and competency records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Supervised hands-on lab and clinical practice, reinforcing safe patient care techniques and professional standards.
Health Technician (Podiatry)
VA North Texas Health Care System
Dallas, TX
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Obtaining patient history with emphasis on self-care abilities, availability of assistance from family members, allergies to systemic and topical medications, and current medical conditions and medications.
- Under the supervision of the Podiatric staff the technician will be involved in direct patient care by performing and documenting the following procedures and tasks.
- Application and removal and/or fiberglass casts, splints, orthotic devices, strapping, braces, therapeutic devices and compression dressings.
- Application and removal of surgical dressings, to include Unna paste, Gel casts and performance of wound irrigations as needed.
- Removal of sutures from surgical wounds.
- Application of a variety of traction devices.
- Patient instruction is the care of casts and splints.
- Patient instruction in the use of canes, crutches, cam-walkers and walkers.
- The technician will fill requests for scheduling surgery and send them to the operating room.
- The technician assists the podiatrist in a variety of specialized treatments, surgical procedures and clinic procedures to include nail care, nail trimming, corn and callous care and wound care under supervision. The technician receives and prepares patient for examinations and treatment, prepares the outpatient procedure room for appropriate foot clinical procedures, ensures necessary supplies, instruments and materials are present, establishes required instruments, field and assists as scrub technician or as circulator.
- Performed phlebotomy, specimen handling, and point-of-care testing following infection control standards.
- Collected vital signs, documented patient data in CPRS, and prepared charts for clinical review.
Clinical Coordinator / Surgical Technology Instructor
College of Health Care Professionals
San Antonio, TX
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Perform all duties within HIPAA regulations.
- Implement policy and procedures across the healthcare facility.
- Evaluate students and prepare daily reports.
- Assist with recruitment, consenting, screening, and enrollment of students.
- Authorize admissions/treatment as per agreed protocols.
- Communicate between medical students and Surgical Tech preceptors.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of student visits and case logs.
- Coordinated clinical rotation schedules, aligning student placements with program requirements and site availability.
- Managed compliance documentation, verifying immunizations, certifications, and background checks before clinical attendance.
Certified Surgical Technologist / SPD
Acuity International / Diplomatic Service Hospital
Reston, VA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patients and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment throughout the surgery center, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process.
- Prepared operating rooms, instruments, and sterile supplies for complex surgical procedures.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout procedures to reduce contamination risks and support patient safety.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patients and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Prepared sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for diverse surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field integrity and enforced infection control standards throughout cases.
Medical NCO / 68W
Military Entrance Processing Station / M.E.P.S.
New Orleans, LA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Supervises field and clinical medical facilities; assists with the technical and administrative management of medical treatment facilities under the supervision of physician, nurse, or physician's assistants; administers emergency and routine outpatient medical treatment to battle and non-battle casualties.
- Hours per week: 40
- Supervisor: SFC Howard Kalic / NCOIC (504-799-3180)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first
- Supervised medical accession screening operations, ensuring compliance with MEPS standards and applicant processing requirements.
- Coordinated physician, nurse, and technician workflows to support efficient enlistment medical examinations.
- Evaluated applicant medical records, identifying disqualifying conditions and required waivers for accession review.
- Managed physical exam documentation, maintaining accurate records and timely submission through medical processing systems.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
Certified Surgical Technologist / SPD
Affinity Surgical Ambulatory Center
Las Vegas, NV
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Donning OR attire and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Gathers, checks, and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure.
- Performs the surgical scrub, and donning gown and gloves.
- Sets up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the procedure.
- Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator.
- Assists the team members with gowning and gloving.
- Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field.
- Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time-out procedure.
- Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories.
- Performing decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment throughout the surgery center, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process.
- Assisted surgeons with instrument handling, retraction, and specimen management during operations.
- Verified surgical counts for sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedures.
- Coordinated sterilization workflows, instrument processing, and equipment readiness for surgical teams.
- Anticipated procedural needs and arranged supplies for efficient intraoperative support.
68W-Combat Medical Specialist / Training NCO
U.S. Army Reserves - Mobilization
Camp Parks
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Develops and maintains all training records; monitors, schedules, and prepares training; assists Soldiers in personnel actions and schedules service school attendance; advises the Operations Readiness NCO on deployment training; plans and executes unit mobilization plans; attends schools and conferences as required; operates ATRS and other training systems; maintains positive control of over $80,000 worth of equipment.
- Assessed casualties and delivered emergency treatment during field operations.
- Conducted triage, stabilized patients, and prepared medical evacuation requests.
- Maintained medical supplies, equipment, and readiness for deployment support.
- Trained personnel on first aid, casualty response, and combat lifesaving skills.
- Contributed to the development of emergency response plans through participation in disaster preparedness exercises and drills.
- Enhanced team efficiency by conducting thorough medical equipment inventory checks and maintaining supply levels.
- Conducted regular preventive health screenings for fellow service members, identifying potential health concerns early to improve overall wellness.
- Educated military personnel on various topics related to healthcare, including first aid, injury prevention, and managing chronic conditions.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain proficiency in advanced combat lifesaving techniques and procedures.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on training best practices, incorporating new techniques into existing programs as needed.
- Established a positive learning environment by fostering open communication and encouraging collaboration among trainees.
Certified Surgical Technologist - Orthopedics/Podiatry
Las Vegas VA Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patients and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Performs rounds on inpatients to insure proper traction alignment, correct brace fitting, and routine dressing changes are being performed according to the physician’s orders.
- Assesses patient comfort related to cast and splints. Assists with comfort measures and notification of appropriate staff.
- Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members. Coordinate and assist with care as directed.
- Set up surgical tables, instruments, and supplies required for specific operations.
- Assists in preparation and draping of patient and operative area.
- Prepares and passes instruments, sutures, and supplies needed in the operative procedure and maintains a correct count.
- Assists in maintenance and care of specimens and prepare surgical specimen forms for laboratory analysis.
- Decontaminates all equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Cleans and stocks carts, and rooms, and changes linen, as required.
- Assists with surgical table equipment, positioning patients, and application of plaster casts and dressings.
- Prepares and maintains the sterile field for the surgical procedure.
- Sets up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures. Applies a variety of plaster and fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods, and skin and skeletal traction.
- Sets up passive motion equipment as prescribed
- Ability to apply a wide range of casting and traction techniques in accordance with established practices and physician’s instructions.
- Responsible for performing tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, and knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of Supplemental Health Care, and other local, state, and federal guidelines; and the policies of the facility requesting the services.
- Participate in orthopedic meetings and in-services as needed.
- Prepared operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for scheduled surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field throughout procedures, supporting infection control and patient safety standards.
68W/68D-Combat Medical Specialist/Operating Room NCOIC
U.S. Army Reserve - Combat Deployment
Bagram Air Base
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties.
- Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment.
- Interview patients and record their medical histories.
- Take patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Prepare blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Keep health records and clinical files up to date.
- Give shots and medicines to patients.
- Prepare patients, operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgery.
- Some of the more common needs of the medic are to administer intravenous solutions in the field to soldiers dehydrated from long movements and training
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patients and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Assessed casualties during combat operations, prioritizing treatment by injury severity.
- Administered emergency medical care under fire, stabilizing patients for evacuation.
- Documented patient conditions, treatments, and evacuation details using field medical records.
- Coordinated medical evacuation requests with platoon and higher-level medical support.
- Maintained combat lifesaving equipment, trauma supplies, and emergency medical kits.
- Trained soldiers on first aid, hemorrhage control, and battlefield casualty response.
- Enforced sanitation and preventive medicine practices across deployed operations.
- Led medical response planning, improving readiness for mass casualty and tactical care scenarios.
- Provided critical support during mass casualty events, triaging patients to prioritize care based on severity of injuries.
- Assisted in evacuating injured personnel for further treatment, ensuring their safety and stabilization during transport.
68W - (Combat Medical Specialist) NREMT / TCCC Instructor
Walter Reed military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Responsible for the preparation and implementation of the Combat Lifesaver Course and Pre-Mobilization 350-1, ATN courseware. Serves as a mentor, counselor, and trainer for Soldiers, who also serve as PTAE-JFHQ Medic act as a positive role model for all Soldiers by portraying the Seven Army Values. Provides instruction in all common skills and ensures strict adherence to safety procedures during training. Teaching CLS classes during Pre-Mobilization Training. Knowing the AMEDD system to properly set up CLS classes for Texas Combat Leaders Course. Being a medic on ranges during Pre-Mobilization Training. Being able to coordinate with USPFO for more supplies for medical equipment. Training to the standard in which our Commander, TAG, 1st Army, and 350-1 states. Perform other duties as required.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized emergency care using established triage protocols.
- Administered trauma treatment, wound care, and lifesaving interventions in high-pressure clinical settings.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Micael O' Callaghan Military Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patients and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Assisted surgeons by anticipating instrument needs and passing supplies promptly.
- Performed sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurse to support patient safety.
Education
Bachelor's degree - General Studies
Louisiana State University
Shreveport, LA, United States01.2012
Associate's degree - Surgical Technology
Southern University
Shreveport, LA01.2011
Skills
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Preoperative preparation
- Wound dressing
- Suturing
- Wound closure techniques
- Aseptic techniques
- Basic life support
- Instrument sterilization
- Surgical assistance
Accomplishments
Army Commendation Medal with "C" device
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (5th Award)
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal with "Campaign Star"
Global War On Terrorism Medal
Non Commissioned Offer Professional Medal
Affiliations
- NBSTSA - Member
- AUSA - Soldier Member
Certification
- Microbiology and Infection Control CEUs
- Principles and Practices of Sterile Processing CEUs
- Sterilization Procedures and Practice CEUs
- Storage and Distribution CEUs
- Decontamination Procedures and Practice CEUs
- Certified Surgical Technologist Certification 2023-2025
- CPR 9/2025
Personal Information
Availability: Permanent, Temporary, Term, Detail, Seasonal, Summer, Presidential Management Fellows, Recent graduates, Multiple, Internships, Intermittent, Telework
Additional information
ARMED FORCES RESERVE MEDAL WITH "M" DEVICE AND 10-YEAR BRONZE HOURGLASS//ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL W/ C DEV// NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL // GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM SERVICE MEDAL//AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL W/ CAMPAIGN STAR//ARMY SERVICE RIBBON//NATO MEDAL/
Availability
- Job Type: Permanent, Temporary, Term, Detail, Seasonal, Summer, Presidential Management Fellows, Recent graduates, Multiple, Internships, Intermittent, Telework
- Work Schedule: Full-time, Part-time, Shift work, Intermittent, Job sharing, Multiple Schedules
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor
College of Health Care Professionals
07.2024 - 08.2026
Health Technician (Podiatry)
VA North Texas Health Care System
12.2022 - 05.2024
Clinical Coordinator / Surgical Technology Instructor
College of Health Care Professionals
07.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist / SPD
Acuity International / Diplomatic Service Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center
01.2021 - 07.2021
Medical NCO / 68W
Military Entrance Processing Station / M.E.P.S.
07.2020 - 12.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist / SPD
Affinity Surgical Ambulatory Center
01.2020 - 06.2020
68W-Combat Medical Specialist / Training NCO
U.S. Army Reserves - Mobilization
01.2019 - 12.2019
68W/68D-Combat Medical Specialist/Operating Room NCOIC
U.S. Army Reserve - Combat Deployment
03.2018 - 10.2018
68W - (Combat Medical Specialist) NREMT / TCCC Instructor
Walter Reed military Medical Center
04.2017 - 01.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist - Orthopedics/Podiatry
Las Vegas VA Medical Center
09.2016 - 01.2019
Certified Surgical Technologist
Micael O' Callaghan Military Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2016
68W-Combat Medical Specialist
U.S. Army Reserves
04.2007 - Current
Bachelor's degree - General Studies
Louisiana State University
Associate's degree - Surgical Technology
Southern University