Irving T Spivey, DHA, MJ, HSMS, BSRT, RRT
Dr. Irving T Spivey, Author
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Book Overview
The goal of this Immediate On-Demand Emergent Administrative Training program is to provide essential administrative insights not typically covered in clinical Respiratory Therapy (RT) programs. This training is specifically designed for RT students, aspiring respiratory therapists, and new RT supervisors with little or no prior supervisory experience. When first stepping into a supervisory role, many face a steep learning curve, often relying on trial and error. This program serves as a valuable resource, enabling inexperienced RT supervisors to transition into management roles more smoothly and efficiently, accelerating their ability to lead with confidence from the outset.
DR. IRVING T SPIVEY’S JOURNEY
My name is Irving T. Spivey, and I dedicated 24 years of service to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy and became a licensed Respiratory Therapist. For the last nine years of my career with the VA, I served as the Chief of the Respiratory Therapy Department. During this time, I also attended the Department of Veterans Affairs Graduate Healthcare Administration Program, completing the Health System Management Specialist program from June 2009 to June 2010. After retiring in 2012 with 31 years of federal service, I continued my education, earning a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law Compliance and a Doctor of Healthcare Administration degree. Drawing on these diverse experiences, I wrote this book to share the insights I gained throughout my career in healthcare administration.
PROFESSIONAL Career Objectives
Looking ahead, my future career interests include roles as a Healthcare Compliance Officer, Educator, Consultant, Healthcare Administrator, and Board Member. There is nothing I look forward to more than a challenge that allows me to make a positive difference. I am confident in my ability to excel in these areas, and my track record of achievements speaks to the skills and dedication I bring to the table. I understand the art of fostering consensus, and I consider myself a well-rounded professional. I invite you to review my website to see the broad range of experiences I have to offer.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Health Administration (DHA) – Executive Track Program
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
August 2018 – May 2021
- Dissertation: Immediate On-Demand Emergent Administrative Training Program for First-Time Respiratory Therapy Supervisors with Little or No Prior Supervisory Experience
Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law (MJ) – Concentration Regulatory Analysis and Compliance
Delaware Law School, Wilmington, DE
Concentration in Regulatory Analysis and Compliance
Delaware Law School, Wilmington, DE
August 2016 – August 2018
Graduate-Level Certificate in Health Law – Legal studies in Regulatory Analysis & Compliance
Delaware Law School, Wilmington, DE
May 20, 2017
- Successfully completed specialized legal studies in Regulatory Analysis and Compliance in Health Law
- Certificate of Completion: In recognition of successful completion of the Graduate Level Certification in Health Law concentration in Regulatory Analysis & Compliance in accordance with the requirements of the Compliance Certification Board (May 20, 2017)
Introduction to Public Health
City University of New York, Hunter College Campus, New York, NY
Sep 1997 – Dec 1997
BACHELOR’S LEVEL EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (BS) – Respiratory Therapy
Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus, New York, NY
September 1993 – June 1995
Certificate of Completion – Has successfully completed the educational and the clinical requirements of the Division of Respiratory Therapy and has demonstrated professional competence in the field June 5, 1995
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Respiratory Therapy
City University of New York, Borough of Manhattan Community College, New York,
NY September 1991 – December 1992
Remedial and Liberal Arts Coursework
City University of New York, City College, New York, NY
September 1988 – May 1990
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Faculty / Clinical Respiratory Therapy Instructor
November 2003 – January 2012
Clinical Teaching Assignments:
- San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA (Nov 2003 – Jun 2009)
- Kaplan College – Salida, CA (Dec 2008 – Jan 2012)
- Carrington College – Pleasant Hill, CA (Sep 2007 – Jan 2012)
- Skyline College – San Bruno, CA (Sep 2004 – Jan 2012)
BOOK PUBLICATION
Spivey, I. (2024). Immediate On-Demand Emergent Administrative Training Program for First-Time Respiratory Therapy Supervisors with Little or No Prior Supervisory Experience. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing. Available at: Amazon.com
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Executive Healthcare Leadership
- Board of Governors Exam Review Boot Camp – American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), March 2025,
- Virtual Board of Governors Exam Review Course – American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), May 2023–July 2023,
Healthcare Administration and Leadership Development
- Health System Management Specialist Program – Department of Veterans Affairs
(Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program), June 2009 – June 2010
- Leadership Development Institute (Parts I and II), Department of Veterans Affairs,
VISN 21 and VISN 22, 2007
- Emerging Leaders Training Program, San Francisco VA Medical Center, 2007
- Leadership Advantage, Dale Carnegie Training (VA Sponsored), May 2007, 2.4 CEUs
Program and Project Management / Federal Acquisition
- Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM), Federal Acquisition Institute, September 2011
- Entry-Level Program Management Capstone Course, VA Acquisition Academy, August 2011
- Federal Acquisition Project Management Boot Camp, Federal Acquisition Institute, May 2010, 120 hours
Compliance, Mediation, and Professional Skills
- Privacy Policy Training, San Francisco VA Medical Center, September 2008
- Basic Mediation Skills, Office of Resolution Management, August 2008, 33.5 hours
- Coach-Mentor Certification (Level 1 and Level 2), Palo Alto Health Care System, October 2006, 16 hours
- Conflict Management and Confrontation, Fred Pryor Seminars, September 2005, 6 CEUs
Adjunct Faculty / Clinical Respiratory Therapy Instructor
November 2003 – January 2012
Clinical Teaching Assignments:
- San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA (Nov 2003 – Jun 2009)
- Kaplan College – Salida, CA (Dec 2008 – Jan 2012)
- Carrington College – Pleasant Hill, CA (Sep 2007 – Jan 2012)
- Skyline College – San Bruno, CA (Sep 2004 – Jan 2012)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Director of Respiratory Care (GS-0601) San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA November 2003 – January 2012
Health System Management Specialist / Administrative Fellow (GS-0671) – Department of Veterans Affairs VA Capitol Health Care Network 5 (VISN 5), Linthicum, MD
June 2009 – June 2010
- On-the-Job: Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program; completed a competitive VA administrative fellowship with rotations across four hospitals, gaining experience in healthcare operations, clinical services, and hospital administration.
Adjunct Faculty / Clinical Respiratory Therapy Instructor – November 2003 – January 2012
Clinical Teaching Assignments:
- San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA (Nov 2003 – Jun 2009)
- Kaplan College – Salida, CA (Dec 2008 – Jan 2012)
- Carrington College – Pleasant Hill, CA (Sep 2007 – Jan 2012)
- Skyline College – San Bruno, CA (Sep 2004 – Jan 2012)
Interim Director of Respiratory Care (GS-0601) – San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA June 2003 – November 2003
Assistant Director of Respiratory Care (GS-0601)
San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA
November 2001 – June 2003
Registered Respiratory Therapist (GS-0601) – San Francisco VA Medical Center – San Francisco, CA June 2001 – November 2001
Registered Respiratory Therapist (GS-0601)
New York-Presbyterian / Lower Manhattan Hospital – New York, NY
July 1997 – June 2001
Registered Respiratory Therapist (GS-0601) – New York VA Medical Center – New York, NY June 1999 – June 2001
Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (GS-0640) – New York VA Medical Center – New York, NY
March 1996 – June 1999
Medical Supply Technician / Supply, Sterilization and Distribution Specialist (GS-0622)
New York VA Medical Center – New York, NY
February 1988 – March 1996
Decentralized Automated Systems (DAS-3) Computer Repairman Course (34C MOS)
United States Army, V Corps – Germany
June 1985 – September 1986
Personnel Information Systems Specialist (75F MOS) – HRIS / Data Management
United States Army, March 1982 – November 1984
Duty Stations:
Fort Hood, TX, May 1984 – November 1984
8th PERSCOM, South Korea, April 1983 – April 1984
Fort Ord, CA., March 1982 – March 1983
Enlisted Personnel Records Specialist (75D MOS) – HR / Records Management
United States Army, February 1981 – February 1982
Duty Station: Camp Red Cloud, South Korea
Electrical Power Generation Equipment Operator / Mechanic (52B20 MOS)
United States Army, January 1975 – October 1976
Duty Stations:
Camp Hovey, South Korea, March 1975 – April 1976
Fort Campbell, KY, April 1976 – Oct 1976
Jet Engine Mechanic (C-141 Aircraft) – Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AFSC 2A631)
U.S. Air Force Reserve, June 1977 – November 1980
Duty Stations:
Travis, AFB, CA., July 1979 – Nov 1980
McGuire, AFB, NJ., June 1977 – Jul 1979
Military Training AND EDUCATION
Decentralized Automated Systems (DAS-3) Computer Repairman Course (34C MOS)
United States Army – Fort Gordon, GA, November 1984 – June 1985
1,000 Training Hours
Personnel Records & Information System Management Course (75D MOS)
United States Army – Fort Jackson, SC, November 1980 – January 1981
400 Training Hours
Jet Engine Mechanics Course – Aircraft Maintenance (AFSC 2A631)
U.S. Air Force Reserve – Chanute Air Force Base, IL, April 1977 – June 1979
312 Training Hours
Power Generation Equipment Operator/Mechanic (52B20 MOS)
United States Army – Fort Belvoir, VA, January 1975 – March 1975
320 Training Hours
Basic Combat Training
United States Army – Fort Dix, NJ, November 1974 – December 1974
6 Weeks
SKILLS
- Executive Leadership and Strategy
- Healthcare Operations Management
- Health System Management Specialist
- Regulatory Analysis and Health Law Compliance
- Clinical Expertise
- Quality and Safety Management
- Information Systems Management
- Acquisition and Material Management
- Financial and Resource Management
- Emergency Management
- Personnel Development
- Academic Teaching Skills
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- Fellow, American College of Health Data Management, May 24, 2023 – Present
- Member, American College of Healthcare Executives, March 19, 2021 – Present
- Member, National Association for Healthcare Quality, March 13, 2023 – Present
- Member, American Association for Respiratory Care, April 26, 2005 – Present
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
- Respiratory Care Board of New York, Licensed February 28, 2026
- National Board for Respiratory Care, Certified November 11, 1995 – Present
MILITARY TRAINING SCHOOLS
Decentralized Automated System 3, Computer Repairman Course, – U.S. Army,
Fort Gordon, GA., Certification 1000 hours, November 1984 – June 1985.
Personnel Records and Information System Management Course, – U.S. Army,
Fort Jackson, SC., Certification, 400 hours, November 1980 – January 1981.
Jet Engine Mechanics Course, – U.S. Air Force Reserves.
Chanute Airbase, ILL. Certification, 312 hours, April 1977 – June 1979.
Mobil Electrical Power Generator Course, – U.S. Army,
Fort Belvoir, VA., Certification, 320 hours, January 1975 – March 1975.
Basic Training, – U.S. Army,
Fort Dix, NJ., Completion, 6 weeks, November 1974 – December 1975.
CHARACTER OF MILITARY DISCHARGE
Honorable Discharge,
November 1, 1974 – October 29, 1976,
United States Army.
Conditional Release to Reenlist in US Army,
April 1977 – October 1980,
United States Air Force Reserves.
Honorable Discharge,
November 18, 1980 – September 3, 1986,
United States Army.
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Retirement
Following 31 Years of
Federal Service
Medical University of South Carolina
Doctor of Health Administration
Degree
Medical University of South Carolina
Dissertation Card
Medical University of South Carolina
Hooding Ceremony
Medical University of South Carolina
DHA Class of 2021 Appreciation Award
to the DHA Faculty for Doing an Outstanding Job
During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Presented by Dr. Irving T Spivey
Delaware Law School
Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law Degree
Delaware Law School
Graduate Certificate
Delaware Law School
Graduate & Compliance Program
Certificate of Completion
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science in
Respiratory Therapy Degree
Long Island University
Respiratory Therapy Program
Certificate of Completion
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician
San Francisco VA Medical Center
Chief of Respiratory Therapy
San Francisco VA Medical Center
Department of Veterans Affairs
Special Contribution Award
Department of Veterans Affairs,
Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program
Health System Management Specialist Training Course
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Completion
VISN 21/22 Leadership Development Institute
Department of Veterans Affairs
VISN 21/22
Leadership Development Course Part 2
Department of Veterans Affairs
VISN 21/22
Leadership Development Course Part 1
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Training
Emerging Leaders Training Program
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Completion
Coach-Mentor Certification Level 1 & 2
Department of Veterans Affairs
Fred Pryor Seminars
Conflict Management and Confrontation Course
Department of Veterans Affairs
Office of Resolution Management
Basic Mediation Skills Course
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Acquisition Certification
for Program/Project Managers
Department of Veterans Affairs
VA Learning University
Entry Level FAC-P/PM Boot Camp
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Completion
Privacy Policy Training
Department of Veterans Affairs
Certificate of Retirement
Teaching Experience
Department of Veterans Affairs, San Francisco VA Health Care System, CA,
Respiratory Therapy Educational Coordinator,
November 2003 – June 2009.
Kaplan College, Salida, CA,
Adjunct Faculty for Respiratory Therapy Clinical Site Instructor,
December 2008 – January 2012.
Carrington College, Pleasant Hill, CA,
Adjunct Faculty for Respiratory Therapy Clinical Site Instructor,
September 2007 – January 2012.
Skyline College, San Bruno, CA,
Adjunct Faculty for Respiratory Therapy Clinical Site Instructor,
September 2004 – January 2012.
Professional Affiliations
Fellow American College of Health Data Management,
May 24, 2023 – Present.
National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants,
Membership Number: 69197231,
May 2, 2023 – Present.
National Association for Healthcare Quality,
Membership Number: 370648,
March 13, 2023 – Present.
American College of Healthcare Executives,
Membership Number: 1393739,
March 19, 2021 – Present.
Military Training Schools
United States Army, Fort Gordon, GA,
Decentralized Automated System 3, Computer Repairman course,
Certification 1000 hours,
November 1984 – June 1985.
United States Army, Fort Jackson, SC,
Personnel Records and Information System Management Specialist course,
Certification 400 hours,
November 1980 – January 1981.
United States Air Force Reserves, Chanute Airbase, ILL,
Jet Engine Mechanics course,
Certification 312 hours,
April 1977 – June 1979.
United States Army, Fort Belvoir, VA,
Mobil Electrical Power Generator course,
Certification 320 hours,
January 1975 – March 1975.
United States Army, Fort Dix, NJ,
Basic Training,
Completion 6 weeks,
November 1974 – December 1975.
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