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Shane Azizi

Ann Arbor

Summary

Passionate about leading people and organizations in complex and dynamic environments. Knowledgeable and able to manage simultaneous and broad projects in an efficient and accurate manner. Fourteen years of experience at the University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine. Eleven years working on and with medical equipment. Nine years of military leadership and experience in managing people and projects. Pursuing new professional challenges with room for advancement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Clinical Engineering

Michigan Medicine
11.2022 - Current
  • Interacted effectively with clinical staff by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Participated in research and evidence-based clinical audits and leveraged data to improve research-based methodologies within clinical areas.
  • Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
  • Facilitate hiring of qualified Clinical Engineering personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
  • Developed, implemented, revised and evaluated 23 policies and procedures.
  • Developed and adjusted work schedules for 51 bargained for and 10 non-bargained for staff.
  • Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help nurses and staff improve understanding of medical equipment and care best practices.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.

United States Marine Corps Officer

United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - Current
  • Deployed to Europe and North Africa as team leader for Theater Security Corporation mission in Mauritania to train Mauritanian Fusilier Marines in infantry tactics and small boat operations. Responsible for team of fifteen department of defense personal in austere environments. Coordinated contracts for food, housing, vehicles and transportation through U.S. Embassy as well as Mauritanian government and private civilians.
  • Deployed to Kuwait as part of deployed extension of Marine Forces Central Command as officer in charge of operations at Ali Al Salem Reception Center. Overall responsible for reception, staging onward movement and inward movement of Marines and equipment in Central Command area of operations. Coordinated and developed working partnerships with sister services of Air Force, Army and Navy as well as Kuwaiti military personal to create synergy of operations.
  • Mobilized in support of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Southern Command (SPMAGTF - SC) as assistant logistics officer. Planned, coordinated, and supervised all areas within combat service support: supply, equipment maintenance management, armory, embarkation, health services, field mess and facilities. Ensure adequate logistics and supply support for all garrison and field activities; provide appropriate support to all section training events. Assist in supervision of S-4 personnel assigned within SPMAGTF and provide training, education and advice in function areas of combat service support. Lead, mentor and train Marines of logistics section. Provide counseling, performance appraisal, administrative oversight and maintain genuine concern for their personal and professional development.
  • Currently, Commanding Officer of Headquarters and Service (H&S) Platoon as well as Motor Transportation Officer for 6th Air Naval Gun Liaison Company (ANGLICO), 4th Marine Division. Responsible for planning and executing of training and missions for H&S Platoon of over 80 Marines and Sailors. In charge of planning, coordinating, and executing logistical sustainment for Company of over 200 Marines and Sailors.

Biomed Electronics Supr Hlth

Michigan Medicine
11.2019 - 11.2022
  • Responsible for administrative operation of teams of over seventeen employees.
  • Lead or have led diverse groups, including diagnostic imaging, operating room, pathology, ambulatory care sites, and patient equipment technicians.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Manage interrelated relationships between technicians, vendors, and customers—Orient new employees on job-related functions and Michigan Medicine's core values.
  • Actively participate in hiring and recruiting team members for Michigan Medicine's Department of Clinical Engineering.
  • Responsible for Biomedical Engineering Unit (BEU) review and approval of research equipment and IRB applications.
  • SMDA Committee member responsible for coordination and conducting Patient Safety Reports (PSR) involving medical equipment.
  • Work closely with business and procurement on contracts, warranties, and medical equipment replacements.
  • Utilize equipment and institutional knowledge to manage and maintain equipment database (AIMS), leading to effective CMS and Joint Commission compliance.
  • Utilize tools such as OneSource and Joint Commission Standards to manage Clinical Engineering's Alternate Equipment (AEM) plan.
  • During pandemic, worked with manufacturers, facilities, and clinical leadership to implement, train staff, and maintain Neptune suction units in unique ways to support internal vacuum system which was overloaded and inefficient during surge of over 100 critically ill patients.

Clinical Engineer Project Manager

Michigan Medicine
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Plan for, coordinate, and execute major projects within Michigan Medicine related to department of Clinical Engineering.
  • Advise department director on budgeting fiscal resources in accordance with institutional five-year proposal.
  • Coordinate and effectuate Clinical Engineering's allocation of over 100 institutional review boards in effort to streamline research.
  • Build enduring relationships within Michigan Medicine and its partners in coordinated effort to promote project efficiency.

Biomedical Engineering Equipment Technician, 3

University Of Michigan Health System
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Responsible for corrective and preventative maintenance of all medical equipment within Mott Children’s operating rooms to include Cath lab anesthesia machines and equipment located in Labor and Delivery.
  • Inspect and maintain lifesaving equipment to mostly including 50 anesthesia machines within children’s hospital.
  • Responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of all laboratory equipment located within Mott hospital.
  • Provide incoming and reoccurring inspection of LVAD's which accompany patients once admitted to healthcare system.

Biomedical Engineering Technician, Sr.

University Of Michigan Health System
11.2011 - 06.2018
  • Performed third shift (mid-nights). Responsible for full house coverage to include all patient floors, ICU's, OR's and ED's for all three hospitals.
  • Worked with Patient Equipment, responsible for corrective and preventative maintenance of over 4,000 pieces of equipment to include pumps and blanket warmers.
  • Responsible for coordination of corrective and preventative maintenance of all 73 lasers of University of Michigan Health System, to include offsite clinics. Coordinated with purchasing and vendors on long term contract solutions to meet CMS requirements. Responsible for coordination of corrective and preventative maintenance of lab equipment throughout University of Michigan Health Systems. Responsible for incoming and reoccurring inspections of LVAD's which are escorted into University Hospital by patients.

Allied Health Technical Specialist (LASER Tech)

University Of Michigan Health System
04.2008 - 11.2011
  • Executed laser operation in Operating Rooms of Main, Mott and CVC. Familiar with use and functionality of over 20 lasers with in operating rooms.
  • Coordinated with nurse management on laser scheduling and availability regarding correct laser for desired case.
  • Dually responsible for par levels, ordering and stocking of: suture, mesh and staplers for Mott Operating Rooms.

Education

Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Applied Technology

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
2012

Associate of Science - Biomedical Engineering Technology

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
2007

Skills

  • Organized
  • Strong at communicating intent
  • Task accomplished
  • Detailed Oriented
  • Independently operate workload
  • Build professional relationships across diverse teams
  • Timeline driven

Timeline

Director of Clinical Engineering

Michigan Medicine
11.2022 - Current

Biomed Electronics Supr Hlth

Michigan Medicine
11.2019 - 11.2022

Clinical Engineer Project Manager

Michigan Medicine
03.2019 - 11.2019

Biomedical Engineering Equipment Technician, 3

University Of Michigan Health System
06.2018 - 03.2019

United States Marine Corps Officer

United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - Current

Biomedical Engineering Technician, Sr.

University Of Michigan Health System
11.2011 - 06.2018

Allied Health Technical Specialist (LASER Tech)

University Of Michigan Health System
04.2008 - 11.2011

Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership

University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science - Applied Technology

Eastern Michigan University

Associate of Science - Biomedical Engineering Technology

Schoolcraft College
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