Tamara Simpkins
Marion
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and obtain a challenging position as a great employee for a physicians establishment where my skills and experience can be utilized to provide exceptional care for patients.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Support Assistant
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital
06.2014 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Contributed to effective teamwork by collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient adherence to prescribed treatment plans by providing education on medication administration and self-care techniques.
- Provided vital support during emergencies, responding swiftly and effectively to urgent situations as required.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, improving overall efficiency and quality of service.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, easing anxiety and stress.
- Facilitated patient mobility through careful assistance with transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and compassionate support in daily tasks.
Machine Operator Packer
Conagra Brands
09.1996 - 05.2012
- Completed detailed documentation of machine operator activities, including shift logs, incident reports, and maintenance records.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve daily production goals and maintain a safe work environment.
- Enhanced production efficiency by operating and maintaining high-speed packaging machines.
- Maintained clean workspaces around machinery to ensure a safe working environment free from potential hazards or obstructions during operations.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by monitoring supplies usage rates and submitting timely replenishment requests when necessary.
Education
Certifications - Allied Healthcare
Tri Rivers Career Center Adult Ed
2222 Marion-Mt Gilead Rd06.2024
High School Diploma -
Harding High School
Marion, OH06.1990
Skills
- Healthcare Systems Understanding
- Patient confidentiality
- First Aid Proficiency
- Assisting with mobility
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Scheduling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Phlebotomy
- Immunization Administration
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Patient Assessments
- Laboratory Specimen Collection
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- CPR/First Aid/BLS
- CPCT/A-Patient care technician/Assistant
- EHR-Electronic Health Records
- CPT-Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CET-Certified EKG Technician
References
Billie Fields-Baer
MSN/ED, RN, CCMA, CPT, CET
Patient Care Technician Program Coordinator
PCT/Nursing/Nurse Aid Instructor
2222 Marion Mt.Gilead Rd, Marion, Ohio 43302
bfieldbaer@tririvers.com
Alisha Metzger
Cashier Technician
580 N. State Street Marion, Ohio 43302
Yrs known-20
Friend
AlishaMetzger@AOL.com
Timeline
Patient Support Assistant
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital
06.2014 - Current
Machine Operator Packer
Conagra Brands
09.1996 - 05.2012
Certifications - Allied Healthcare
Tri Rivers Career Center Adult Ed
High School Diploma -
Harding High School
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