WILLIAM J. FORDYCE
New Hudson
Summary
Dynamic Electrocardiograph Technician with extensive experience at MM Ekogram Department, excelling in 12-lead EKG acquisition and cardiac monitoring. Proven ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations, demonstrating strong crisis management skills. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting healthcare teams with advanced cardiac life support instruction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH TECHNICIAN
MM Ekogram Department
12.2025 - Current
- Perform 12-lead EKGs for inpatients and outpatients
- Respond to all in-hospital cardiac arrest calls
- Apply and remove Holter monitors, ZIO patches, and MCOT devices
- Support clinic and hospital providers with accurate cardiac tracings
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Michigan Adult Emergency
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Performed patient triage, including vitals, history, and complaint assessment
- Conducted IV starts, blood draws, and specimen collection
- Completed 12-lead EKGs and assisted with acute cardiac patients
- Performed Foley/straight caths and bladder scans
- Pacemaker interrogation and de-escalation-trained (WELLIE)
CPR/PALS/ACLS INSTRUCTOR
Promedica Health System
02.2013 - 02.2025
- Lead instructor training healthcare providers in PALS, CPR, ACLS
- Ensured curriculum compliance and high-quality instruction
PARAMEDIC
Promedica ER/Urgent Care, Maumee OH
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Completed triage, IV placement, EKGs, and full blood panels (CBC, Liver, iSTAT, UA, Flu/COVID/Strep/RSV)
- Provided ALS care including medication administration and respiratory support
- Ultrasound-trained IV access specialist
PARAMEDIC
Mercy Perrysburg & Sylvania, OH
06.2015 - 12.2024
- Performed triage, IV placement, 12-lead EKGs, and blood draws
- Documented patient findings and care in EPIC
- Skilled in ultrasound-guided IV access
- Obtained nasal/oral specimens and provided ALS-level care
FIREFIGHTER
Monclova Township Fire, OH
06.2000 - 07.2024
- Responded to hundreds of medical calls, MVCs, structural fires, and emergencies
- Completed Firefighter I, II, and officer certifications
- Ohio Paramedic and EMS Instructor
- Fire Safety Officer and PEPP coordinator
- ACLS/BLS Instructor
LAB ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Lucas EMS, Toledo OH
01.2006 - 11.2022
- Delivered continuing education modules to Paramedics monthly
- Prepared lab scenarios and maintained high clinical standards
EMT BASIC & PARAMEDIC
Promedica MOICU Toledo Hospital
11.2003 - 01.2005
- Transported critically ill patients between facilities
- Provided ALS patient care during transport
- Maintained equipment readiness and performed daily vehicle checks
MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Paramount Health Care
02.2002 - 11.2003
- Managed high-volume calls regarding healthcare benefits
- Investigated, corrected, and processed insurance claims
SUPPLY CHAIN & TRANSPORTATION ROLES
Owens Corning
11.1998 - 02.2002
- Managed shipment creation, carrier assignments, and performance tracking
- Participated in SAP deployment and system integration
- Supported multiple business units through cutover phases
CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
Owens Corning (Toronto & Toledo)
08.1994 - 02.2002
- Processed orders, inventory control, technical inquiries, and returns
- Supported customers via phone, fax, and EDI
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Owens Corning, Toronto ON
06.1993 - 08.1994
- Handled invoice verification and payment processing
Education
Cardiac Rhythm Management
PrepMD
Boston, MA09-2026
Paramedic Certificate -
University of Toledo
University of Western Ontario
Fire & Rescue Services
Seneca College
Skills
- 12-Lead EKG/ECG Acquisition
- Cardiac Monitoring (Holter, ZIO, MCOT)
- Pacemaker Interrogation
- IV Placement & Medication Administration
- Emergency & Critical Care Procedures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instruction
- Ultrasound-Guided IVs
- De-escalation & Crisis Management
- Blood Draws, Lab Testing & Specimen Collection
- Patient Triage & Assessment
- EPIC EMR
- PALS, BLS & CPR Instruction
Timeline
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH TECHNICIAN
MM Ekogram Department
12.2025 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Michigan Adult Emergency
06.2024 - 12.2025
PARAMEDIC
Promedica ER/Urgent Care, Maumee OH
11.2022 - 12.2024
PARAMEDIC
Mercy Perrysburg & Sylvania, OH
06.2015 - 12.2024
CPR/PALS/ACLS INSTRUCTOR
Promedica Health System
02.2013 - 02.2025
LAB ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Lucas EMS, Toledo OH
01.2006 - 11.2022
EMT BASIC & PARAMEDIC
Promedica MOICU Toledo Hospital
11.2003 - 01.2005
MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Paramount Health Care
02.2002 - 11.2003
FIREFIGHTER
Monclova Township Fire, OH
06.2000 - 07.2024
SUPPLY CHAIN & TRANSPORTATION ROLES
Owens Corning
11.1998 - 02.2002
CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
Owens Corning (Toronto & Toledo)
08.1994 - 02.2002
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Owens Corning, Toronto ON
06.1993 - 08.1994
Cardiac Rhythm Management
PrepMD
Paramedic Certificate -
University of Toledo
University of Western Ontario
Fire & Rescue Services
Seneca College