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Wesley Amerson

Herculaneum

Summary

MBA-prepared healthcare operations leader with 26+ years of progressive experience spanning commercial and industrial HVAC, hospital facilities, Clinical Engineering, enterprise healthcare technology, and multidisciplinary project leadership. Demonstrated success collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance, enhance patient safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and support exceptional patient care. Recognized for driving process improvement, leading complex projects, and delivering reliable, efficient healthcare operations through strategic planning, servant leadership, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Overview

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1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Epic Medical Device Integration Analyst

BJC healthcare
St. Louis
12.2016 - Current

Lead enterprise medical device integration initiatives supporting a 15-hospital integrated healthcare system. Coordinate multidisciplinary projects involving Clinical Engineering, Information Technology, Nursing, physicians, contractors, and vendors while overseeing enterprise medical device integration infrastructure and supporting operational excellence.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Managed an enterprise infrastructure of 46 Capsule SmartLinx servers supporting Epic integration using HL7 standards.
  • Directed a 1½-year implementation project across high-acuity patient care areas.
  • Developed enterprise standards, workflows, technical documentation, and training materials.
  • Conducted facility assessments for power and network infrastructure supporting new installations.
  • Reduced approximately $300,000 in unnecessary Capsule infrastructure costs through asset optimization and equipment consolidation.
  • Partnered with operational and clinical leaders to improve reliability, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.

Clinical Engineering / Analyst

BJC healthcare
St. Louis
06.2015 - 12.2016

Served as a liaison between Clinical Engineering and Information Technology, supporting enterprise medical equipment systems, network-connected clinical technologies, and server-based applications across a large integrated healthcare system. Collaborated with clinicians, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to improve system reliability, operational efficiency, and patient care.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Served as the primary liaison between Clinical Engineering and Information Technology, improving collaboration across departments.
  • Led process improvements and implementation of networked clinical systems, including physiological monitoring, EEG, and temperature management technologies.
  • Coordinated installation of enterprise medical equipment with clinicians, Information Technology, vendors, and project teams while supporting a healthcare system with more than 31,000 employees.
  • Administered enterprise clinical technology platforms and Windows server environments while improving system reliability and minimizing downtime.
  • Developed training programs, maintained technical documentation, and generated operational reports to support efficient system management.

Biomedical Equipment Technician Adjunct Instructor

Brown Mackie College
St. Louis
07.2015 - 06.2016

Educated and mentored future biomedical equipment professionals by delivering classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory training in biomedical engineering technology. Combined technical expertise with real-world healthcare experience to prepare students for careers in Clinical Engineering through practical application, problem-solving, and industry engagement.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Designed curriculum and hands-on laboratory exercises that strengthened troubleshooting skills and reinforced classroom instruction.
  • Taught biomedical equipment principles, anatomy and physiology, electrical theory, electronic circuit analysis, and diagnostic troubleshooting techniques.
  • Incorporated real-world healthcare technology scenarios into instruction to develop students’ critical thinking and technical decision-making skills.
  • Simulated field service challenges, enabling students to apply classroom knowledge to practical biomedical equipment issues.
  • Instructed students on industry best practices for technical documentation, service reporting, and regulatory compliance.
  • Mentored students through career development while leveraging professional relationships within the St. Louis Biomedical Society to secure internship opportunities and facilitate workforce placement.
  • Fostered an engaging learning environment focused on professionalism, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Des Peres Hospital
St. Louis
03.2013 - 05.2015

Provided installation, maintenance, and lifecycle support for a wide range of medical equipment while ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards and supporting safe, reliable patient care. Collaborated with Clinical Engineering, Information Technology, clinicians, and vendors to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Installed and maintained imaging, laboratory, surgical, and patient monitoring equipment while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Partnered with Information Technology to integrate network-connected medical devices and support PACS, DICOM, and physiological monitoring systems.
  • Managed vendor relationships, coordinated service contracts, and supported equipment lifecycle and cost analysis initiatives.
  • Delivered training to clinicians and staff on new equipment and technology upgrades while maintaining accurate equipment databases and operational reports.

Biomedical Equipment Engineer

St. Anthony's Medical Center
St. Louis
10.2010 - 03.2013

Provided preventive and corrective maintenance for a large inventory of medical equipment, supporting safe, reliable patient care while maintaining compliance with Joint Commission standards. Collaborated with Clinical Engineering, Information Technology, and clinical departments to improve equipment reliability, network connectivity, and operational efficiency.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Managed and maintained more than 14,000 medical equipment assets, consistently achieving a 95% monthly preventive maintenance completion rate.
  • Performed scheduled and emergency maintenance on patient care, operating room, and physiological monitoring equipment while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Supported integration of network-connected medical devices by configuring Cisco network infrastructure and maintaining wired and wireless connectivity.
  • Partnered with hospital departments to develop cost-effective equipment solutions and improve operational performance.
  • Utilized server, database, and reporting systems to support asset management, documentation, and data-driven decision-making.

Anderson Hospital

Biomedical Engineering Intern
Maryville
06.2010 - 06.2011

Completed an internship while earning an Associate of Applied Science in Computer & Electronic Engineering Technology.

  • Assisted Clinical Engineering with medical equipment support.
  • Gained exposure to hospital facilities, maintenance, and engineering operations.
  • Developed an understanding of the collaboration required between Facilities, Clinical Engineering, and patient care departments.

Field Service Technician

BW HVAC
Wood River
08.2008 - 05.2010

Provided commercial, industrial, residential, and healthcare HVAC installation, maintenance, and project coordination, ensuring reliable building systems and quality service.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Installed and serviced HVAC, ventilation, refrigeration, and ductwork systems.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance, shutdowns, and construction projects.
  • Performed electrical troubleshooting and mechanical system repairs.
  • Improved work order efficiency, prepared project estimates, and coordinated with customers, vendors, and contractors.

HVAC, Biomedical and maintenance – Team lead

Shelby Memorial Hospital
Shelbyville
01.2007 - 08.2008

Provided maintenance and repair services supporting hospital operations across biomedical equipment, HVAC systems, building maintenance, security systems, and facility infrastructure. Collaborated with clinical and support departments to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient hospital operations.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Reduced HVAC repair costs by approximately $80,000 during the first year
  • by implementing preventive maintenance strategies, improving equipment reliability, and reducing outsourced repairs.
  • Maintained and repaired biomedical equipment in accordance with Joint Commission standards.
  • Performed HVAC maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to support patient care environments.
  • Completed facility maintenance projects including drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical, and general building repairs.
  • Installed and maintained security systems while supporting hospital safety initiatives.
  • Maintained hospital grounds and assisted with preventive maintenance and facility improvement projects.

Field Service Technician – commercial and residential

Macari's Service Center
Shelbyville
05.1996 - 01.2007

Managed daily operations for a family-owned HVAC business, overseeing commercial, industrial, and residential installation, maintenance, and service projects. Coordinated scheduling, estimating, customer service, project execution, and vendor relationships while ensuring safe, high-quality mechanical system installations.

Selected Accomplishments

  • Managed commercial, industrial, and residential HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair projects.
  • Coordinated project schedules, preventive maintenance, and planned shutdowns to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Prepared project estimates, purchased materials, and coordinated with contractors, customers, and vendors.
  • Installed and serviced HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, and mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and safety standards.
  • Helped oversee daily business operations, customer relationships, and project execution in a family-owned company.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Webster University
01-2022

Biomedical Engineering Technology -

State Technical College of Missouri
MO
01-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology/ Networking

Lindenwood University
01-2014

Associate of Applied Science - Computer and Electronic Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute
Earth City, MO
01-2011

HVAC Technical Course - HVAC Certificate

Lake Land Community College
Mattoon, IL
05-2003

Skills

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Healthcare Operations Leadership
  • Plant Operations & Facilities Management
  • Commercial & Industrial HVAC
  • Clinical Engineering
  • Capital Planning & Budget Support
  • Asset Lifecycle Management
  • Cost Estimation & Financial Stewardship
  • Preventive Maintenance Programs
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Environment of Care
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Epic Medical Device Integration
  • Technical Documentation
  • AutoCAD
  • Team Development & Mentoring

Certification

  • CompTIA A+ Certification
  • CIW Web Foundations Associate
  • Nihon Kohden EEG - Biomedical/IT training
  • Rauland Borg - Nurse call Hardware troubleshooting and software programming
  • GE Healthcare - Maintenance training on Aestiva Essentials
  • Carefusion Alaris system 8000 and 8015 - Certificate of participation
  • CareFusion Alaris system PCA and Syringe - Certificate of participation
  • Covidien - Qualification Certificate for LigaSure, Force FX-C and Force Triad service training
  • EPA Certification - Certified under a Universal License to handle liquid refrigerant and systems
  • Epic Bridges Interface Certified
  • Capsule server Admin certificate

Timeline

Epic Medical Device Integration Analyst

BJC healthcare
12.2016 - Current

Biomedical Equipment Technician Adjunct Instructor

Brown Mackie College
07.2015 - 06.2016

Clinical Engineering / Analyst

BJC healthcare
06.2015 - 12.2016

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Des Peres Hospital
03.2013 - 05.2015

Biomedical Equipment Engineer

St. Anthony's Medical Center
10.2010 - 03.2013

Anderson Hospital

Biomedical Engineering Intern
06.2010 - 06.2011

Field Service Technician

BW HVAC
08.2008 - 05.2010

HVAC, Biomedical and maintenance – Team lead

Shelby Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2008

Field Service Technician – commercial and residential

Macari's Service Center
05.1996 - 01.2007

Master of Business Administration -

Webster University

Biomedical Engineering Technology -

State Technical College of Missouri

Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology/ Networking

Lindenwood University

Associate of Applied Science - Computer and Electronic Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute

HVAC Technical Course - HVAC Certificate

Lake Land Community College
Wesley Amerson