Tamika Rich
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Village Medical
Cumming, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Provided support to patients by helping them fill out forms and answering their questions about health care services.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures.
Medical Assistant
Vipcare
Ocala, FL
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician
Cleaner
A Richer Clean LLC
Ocala, FL
02.2018 - 04.2022
- Washed windows both inside and outside of the facility.
- Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
- Complied with health regulations related to the handling of hazardous chemicals used during cleaning processes.
- Inspected rooms for cleanliness prior to guest arrival.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
- Emptied trash cans and replaced liners as needed.
Medical Assistant
Mid Florida Medical Group PL
The Villages, FL
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
Medical Assistant
Florida Internal Medicine
Leesburg, FL
07.2012 - 02.2018
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
National Health Careers Association
United States Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ashworth College
Norcross, GASkills
- Clinical applications
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology
- Inventory and supply management
- Inventory Management
Certification
- BLS
- AED/CPR
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Village Medical
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Vipcare
09.2022 - 09.2023
Cleaner
A Richer Clean LLC
02.2018 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant
Mid Florida Medical Group PL
02.2018 - 09.2021
Medical Assistant
Florida Internal Medicine
07.2012 - 02.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
National Health Careers Association
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ashworth College
- BLS
- AED/CPR
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Certified Medical Assistant
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