1. Gregory A. Hittman
304 South Martinson
Wichita, Kansas 67213
ghittman@cox.net
(316)706-8225
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a leadership role with an organization that fosters a team environment - focused on quality.
QUALIFICATIONS: I have a diverse back ground serving the Medical Community for more than 30 years, with over 10
years in Health Care Technology. Retired as a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman in December of 2000.
I AM: Quality Oriented Value Minded Customer Conscious
SKILLS: Leadership Equipment Maintenance Product Research
Client Relations Safety Training
Asset Management Project Management Process Development
EXPERIENCE:
Certified Laser Technician, On Call Surgical, Lenexa, KS (Mar 2013 - Aug 2014)
Deployed, set up and operated medical lasers for a variety of surgical procedures in multiple facilities.
Maintained vendor status at numerous health care facilities.
Biomedical Equipment Technician III, GE Healthcare, Tulsa, OK (Oct 2011 - Jan 2013):
Worked with a team of 6 technicians providing biomedical equipment services for a 600 bed hospital.
Maintained a variety of hospital systems including cable television, overhead paging, nurse call and telemetry.
Facilitated equipment implementation and trained staff on equipment operation.
Primary technician for the preventive maintenance program of a 22 suite surgery department.
On call for afterhours emergency repairs of medical equipment and systems.
Researched and procured repair parts and replacement equipment.
Biomedical Equipment Technician II, MESKS, Wichita, KS (Sep 2002 - Oct 2011):
Provided biomedical equipment repair service on a variety of medical equipment and systems.
Performed PMs on medical equipment for clinics, physical therapy offices, surgery centers and hospitals.
Directed daily operations. Oriented & trained new employees.
Coordinated the repairs and preventive maintenance program for numerous health care facilities.
Advised health care managers on equipment serviceability and procurement.
Researched replacement equipment options for clients and completed the purchase and resale process.
Safety Coordinator, Stellex Precision Machining, Wellington, KS (2001):
Independently managed all aspects of the Environmental Health and Safety Program for 200 employees.
Established, updated and executed company safety policies and procedures.
Devised and conducted safety training, as well as, implemented and chaired the Safety Committee.
Managed the Workman’s Compensation Program and advised the Human Resource’s Director.
Materials and Facilities Manager for Marine Corps Air Station Clinic, Beaufort, SC (1998 - 2000):
Directed 3 people for a clinic responsible for the health care of 10 deployable marine units.
Administered the materials budget and acquired and dispensed all expendable and contingency supplies.
Standardized procedures and consolidated supplies for the flight line and hurricane response teams.
Devised a contingency medical supply system that significantly improved operational readiness for marine units.
Responsible for the upkeep of the facility, plant property and equipment.
Clinic Operations Manager Primary Care Clinic, Naval Hospital, Beaufort, SC (1997 - 1998):
Supervised 7 staff members, in support of 7 physicians, for a busy outpatient clinic.
Accountable for all clinical and administrative processes.
Conducted staff training and maintained all personnel and training records.
As Quality Assurance Manager, ensured patient satisfaction and resolved customer complaints.
Researched and implemented a standardized pediatric cardiac response procedure for the hospital.
Led the clinic to zero discrepancies during a JCAHO inspection.
EDUCATION / TRAINING:
Current Stay up to date through periodicals, the web and networking
2001 (32 hrs) Red Cross CPR & First Aid Trainer Course
1989 to 1999 Numerous TQM Leadership / Management courses
1995 (40 hrs) Physical Security / Law Enforcement Supervisor Course
1982 & 1993 National Registered EMT
1986 (798 hrs) Honor Graduate, Army Biomedical Equipment Technician Course
1981 (480 hrs) Graduated with Honors, Navy Hospital Corps School
1980 Graduated Stephenson High School, Stephenson, Michigan