Tammie Gates
Smyrna
Summary
Compassionate Phlebotomist and Medical Assistant with hands-on clinical training focused on patient safety and comfort. Proficient in specimen collection, vital sign measurement, and accurate documentation. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments while supporting medical teams. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Externship
TOA
Nashville
01.2025 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws under supervision, ensuring accurate specimen labeling and handling.
- Recorded patient histories, vital signs, and assisted providers with exams and minor procedures.
- Maintained sterile technique and adhered to OSHA, CLIA, and HIPAA standards.
- Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when interacting with diverse patient populations.
- Completed 180 hours of hands-on clinical training in an orthopedic setting.
- Interviewed patients, recorded vital signs, and prepared exam rooms.
- Administered intramuscular injections and drew up medications.
- Assisted physicians with fracture care, casting, and DME procedures.
- Removed sutures and cut casts under supervision.
- Sent faxes, handled front desk duties, and entered medication orders.
- Maintained professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality in all patient interactions.
Truck Driver
Nissan
smyrna
01.2020 - Current
- Operated trucks to transport goods across various routes safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate deliveries and schedule changes.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Cashier
Walmart
Murfreesboro
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Operated cash register, processing customer transactions with precision.
- Balanced daily transactions using computerized point-of-sale system.
- Managed cash drawer to ensure accuracy throughout shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
- Trained new cashiers on register operations and effective customer interaction.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and navigation within store.
- Stocked shelves and restocked supplies as needed to optimize inventory.
- Delivered exceptional customer service through active listening and engagement.
Team Member
Nissan
Smyrna
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Followed standard work.
- Worked as a team player to achieve production goals.
- Worked on the production line where I met all quality and production requirements, excelled in my training and performance.
- Assist in training of new team members.
- Work in Quality control.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Tupelo
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting shoppers at the front counter, answering questions, and providing guidance on products and promotions.
- Maintained a welcoming environment on the sales floor, ensuring displays were organized and inviting to enhance the shopping experience.
- Supported customers with purchases, returns, and exchanges, handling transactions accurately and professionally.
Team Leader
Toyota Boshoku Mississippi
07.2015 - 08.2018
- Designed and executed countermeasures for defects impacting customers.
- Achieved 11 months without safety incidents.
- Maintained zero outflow to customers for six months.
- Led cross-departmental collaboration among team leads in PEFF.
- Implemented and sustained five steps of 5S methodology.
- Facilitated training sessions on quality standards for team members.
- Conducted workshops on production efficiency for team development.
- Directed team meetings to align project goals and improve communication.
Team Member
Toyota Boshoku Mississippi
02.2012 - 07.2015
- Maintained adherence to standard operating procedures for assembly and material handling tasks.
- Practiced and upheld five steps in 5S methodology to enhance workplace organization.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold safety and quality standards consistently.
- Operated assembly line machinery efficiently to produce automotive components.
- Inspected products for defects, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels, reporting shortages to management promptly.
- Served as active team leader during supervisor absences, driving team performance toward production goals.
Education
Medical Technology
South College
Nashville, TN12.2025
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
Houston, MSSkills
- Problem solving
- Patient care
- Quality control
- Medical terminology
- Clinical procedures
- Production efficiency
- Training and development
- Waste elimination
- 5S and visual management
- Line setup and layout
- Operations expertise
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Spreadsheet development
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Dependability and responsibility
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Team management
- Critical thinking
- Certified in [Area of certification]
- Multitasking
- Telephone etiquette
- Verbal communication
- Task prioritization
- Basic math
References
References available upon request.
Certification
NHA Medical Assistant
Timeline
Clinical Externship
TOA
01.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Nissan
01.2020 - Current
Team Member
Nissan
05.2018 - 04.2019
Cashier
Walmart
01.2018 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Old Navy
07.2017 - 10.2018
Team Leader
Toyota Boshoku Mississippi
07.2015 - 08.2018
Team Member
Toyota Boshoku Mississippi
02.2012 - 07.2015
Medical Technology
South College
High School Diploma -
Houston High School