Tammy Hewitt

Medical Assistant

Souther Womens Health

10.2009 - Current

Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.