Medical Device Management

CHRISTOPHER R. McCOY

** ***** ***** ***** . *********, Georgia, 31807

706-***-**** . ********@*********.***

DIRECTOR OF RESPIRATORY THERAPY / HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATOR

Highly skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist committed to improving

patient care by expanding knowledge through continuing education and

exposure a diverse group patients. Known for exceeding the norm standards,

working on specialized transport teams voluntarily and taking on

additional, skill-enhancing responsibilities. Hands-on patient care

specialist known for caring demeanor and collaborative work style. U.S.

Army veteran.

Areas of expertise:

Respiratory Therapy . Protocol Development . Patient Education . Scheduling

Neonatal Care . Neonatal Transport . High-Risk Patient Management . Cross-

Training

Relationship Management . Risk Management . Change Management . Resource

Management

Problem Resolution . Continuing Education . Patient Records . Workflow

Planning

Team Building / Leadership . Training . Mentoring / Coaching . Professional

Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ISIRONA, Panama City, Florida . 2013-Present

Develops software that integrates medical device data into electronic

medical records, which gives clinicians faster access to more accurate

patient information, and frees nurses to have more time for direct patient

care.

Clinical Analyst

Evaluate and analyze clients' current clinical and documentation workflows

using their EMR (electronic medical record), either EPIC, Meditech,

Quadramed, Allscripts, SIS, Soarian, etc., providing guidance and making

recommendations on how clinical device integration could facilitate

existing workflow, identifying areas for improvement, and determining

effective solutions for implementing software. Analyze clinical needs of

clients to strategize and tailor solutions for MDI (Medical Device

Integration) projects. Provide clinical expertise on a MDI project team to

guide activities necessary to ensure a successful implementation and "Go-

Live" Collaborate with iSirona's Medical Device Integration software

developers by analyzing medical device manufacturer communication protocol

documents and develop spreadsheets of available outputs. Assistance in

project management to ensure the MDI (medical device integration) projects

meet target deadlines. Provide training to clients (hospital clinical

document leads) who use iSirona's Data Authenticator, an Electronic Medical

Record charting application, embedded in iSirona's DeviceConx software.

COLUMBUS REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS, Columbus, Georgia . 1999-2013

Leading regional health-care provider, with 2 acute-care hospitals and

numerous specialty facilities.

Operations Coordinator/Manager

The Operation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and controlling the

administrative and operational functions of the department under the

direction of the Director of Respiratory Therapy. The Operation Coordinator

is responsible for actions of all personnel on his/her assigned shift.

Ensures the continuity of care of all patients and supervises the quality

of care and actions performed by Registered Respiratory Therapists,

Certified Respiratory therapists and other assigned personnel. The

Operation Coordinator actively participates in assigned committees to

develop and maintain policies, procedures and standards of care and

practice.

CHRISTOPHER R. McCOY . Page 2 . ********@*********.***

Major Contributions:

. Selected as a member of the Neonatal Transport Team, in charge of

intubating and stabilizing infants for safe transport within the

hospital or to other facilities.

. Worked in all critical care units - Medical, Surgical, Pediatric and

Neonatal -- and helped develop ICU ventilator management and weaning

protocols.

. Honored 12 times with the "I Make a Difference" Award for going above

and beyond to provide superior patient care and service.

MUSCOGEE MANOR NURSING HOME, Columbus, Georgia . 2006-2013

Skilled nursing care facility also offering rehabilitation services.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Formulate protocols for tracheotomy care and train nursing staff on

compliance. Consult with physicians and nurses on respiratory procedures.

Major Contributions:

. Spearheaded procedures to increase revenue generation.

. Designed and conducted in-house staff education programs.

FIRST CHOICE MEDICAL, Columbus, Georgia . 2001-2002

Private in-home health services provider.

Respiratory Therapist

Managed ordering of inhalation medications to ensure timely delivery while

ensuring adherence to physicians' orders. Educated patients on how to use

respiratory equipment and how to troubleshoot common problems.

Major Contributions:

. Maintained BiPAP and CPAP machines during scheduled visits, managing

and updating maintenance records to ensure flawless operation.

EAST ALABAMA MEDICAL CENTER, Opelika, Alabama . 1998-1999

Regional medical center offering full range of inpatient and outpatient

services.

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Assisted in patient care management as part of a team with physicians,

nurses and other health-care professionals. Tested and maintained

respiratory therapy equipment. Entered details of patient therapy in

patient charts.

Major Contributions:

. Supervised and trained students, technicians and assistants.

Career Note: Additional roles include Airborne Artillery Cannon Crew Leader

in the U.S. Army.

CHRISTOPHER R. McCOY . Page 3 . ********@*********.***

EDUCATION

Masters in Health Services Administration

Columbus State University, Columbus, Georgia

Bachelors of Science in Health Science

Columbus State University, Columbus, Georgia

Associates of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Columbus State University, Columbus, Georgia

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Respiratory Care Professional License, Georgia Composite State Board of

Medical Examiners

Respiratory Care Practitioner, Texas Department of State Health Services

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

AFFILIATIONS

American College of Healthcare Executives

Georgia Association of Healthcare Executives

American Association of Respiratory Care

National Board of Respiratory Care

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