William Short
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Senior military leader leveraging 23 years of experience in healthcare operations, including leadership, planning, and execution of complex medical missions. Proven ability to manage and lead teams, develop and implement effective policies and procedures, and resolve complex problems under pressure. Expertise in Joint Medical Planning and Operations, Interagency Coordination, Homeland Defense, Defense Support to Civil Authorities and Theater Security Cooperation. Extensive experience with multiple Combatant Commands, Defense Health Agency, Defense Logistics Agency, Office of the Secretary of Defense, and multiple other US Federal Agencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Inspector General
Medical Readiness Command, West
JBSA, Fort Sam Houston , TX
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Executed inspections and command assistance visits across medical readiness activities, ensuring compliance and operational readiness through effective planning.
- Reviewed complaints and allegations to ensure adherence to policies, reinforcing command authority and accountability.
- Resolved inspector general inquiries for Medical Readiness Command West personnel and units, enhancing case management efficiency and responsiveness.
- Supported leadership review with clear reports, memoranda, and case files.
Medical Company First Sergeant
U.S. Army, 501st Medical Company
Fort Campbell North, Kentucky
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Directed deployment of 136 medical personnel and equipment in support of COVID operations across five northeastern states.
- Managed deployment of 126 medical personnel and equipment during rapid military withdrawal from Afghanistan.
- Coordinated daily operations with company commander and platoon leadership to ensure mission alignment.
- Managed personnel issues, provided counseling, and executed administrative actions to enhance team effectiveness.
- Supported medical company personnel and enforced Army standards to maintain operational readiness.
Medical Operations Manager
U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu, Hawaii
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Facilitated global deployment coordination for specialized medical personnel across Pacific Command, enhancing operational readiness.
- Coordinated administrative and operational taskings for Tripler Army Medical Center, ensuring efficiency in service delivery.
- Monitored compliance with Army medical policies and healthcare accreditation standards, contributing to quality assurance and adherence.
- Prepared consistent reporting for 14 medical education and training programs, including graduate medical education and hospital orientation.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05-2020
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Operations Management
- Operational Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptive Leadership
- Team Building / Collaboration / Mentoring
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma- Yellow Belt (2022)
- Medical Military Instructor, U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School (2012)
Accomplishments
- Sergeant Audie Murphy Award
- Expert Field Medical Badge
- Commandant's List- Military Leadership Schools
Timeline
Assistant Inspector General
Medical Readiness Command, West
08.2022 - 12.2025
Medical Company First Sergeant
U.S. Army, 501st Medical Company
08.2019 - 08.2022
Medical Operations Manager
U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2019
MBA - Business Administration
University of Incarnate Word