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Tamara Hornsby

Metropolis

Summary

Personable Medical Assistant bringing several years of hands-on experience balancing problematic administrative and clinical duties to achieve patient satisfaction. Offering thorough understanding of medical registration process and procedures to streamline client processing. Compassionate and respectful collaborator recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare and excellent customer service. Certified Medical Assistant with relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong background in patient care, medical terminology, and electronic health record systems. Showcased ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments or demands. Success noted in improving clinic workflow efficiency and contributing positively to team-focused environments.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Massac Memorial Clinic
Metropolis
10.2020 - Current
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.

Medical Assistant

Baptist Health Enterprises
Paducah
05.2010 - 10.2020
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.

Medical Assistant

United States Air Force, USAF
12.1989 - 01.2010
  • Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
  • Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
  • Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL
05-2022

Surgical Certification - Surgical

West Ky Vocational Technical College
Paducah, KY
05-1989

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign measurement
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Infection control
  • CPR
  • Compassionate
  • Vital signs and examinations
  • Simple dressings
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Medical records confidentiality
  • EMR / EHR

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Massac Memorial Clinic
10.2020 - Current

Medical Assistant

Baptist Health Enterprises
05.2010 - 10.2020

Medical Assistant

United States Air Force, USAF
12.1989 - 01.2010

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Shawnee Community College

Surgical Certification - Surgical

West Ky Vocational Technical College

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