TYKEHA LATIMER
Taylors,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable Certified Medical Assistant with exceptional background over 10+ 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
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Greer, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Donor Services Technician
The Blood Connection
Greenville, South Carolina
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided accurate information regarding donations, donation receipts, and other donor services.
- Provided customer service support via email, telephone, or face-to-face interactions as needed.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Assessed donor vital signs during and after procedures to check for fatigue or dizziness.
- Checked hemoglobin levels of individuals prior to blood donation.
- Assessed plasma collection machines for proper functionality.
- Offered snacks and beverages to blood and plasma donors to maintain proper sugar levels.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
Medical Assistant and Interim Substance Abuse Coordinator
Work Well Occupational Health
Greenville, SC
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
Medical assistant
Palmetto Pulmonary and Critical Care
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
Phlebotomist
St Francis -Downtown
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC11-2023
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2013
Work Keys-CRC (5AM, 5RI, 4LI) -
Greenville Technical College
01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SCSkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Flow Management
- Patient-focused care
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Compassionate
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Immunization Administration
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quick problem solver
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Donor Services Technician
The Blood Connection
12.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant and Interim Substance Abuse Coordinator
Work Well Occupational Health
08.2021 - 11.2022
Medical assistant
Palmetto Pulmonary and Critical Care
01.2018 - 01.2021
Phlebotomist
St Francis -Downtown
01.2014 - 01.2018
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Greenville Technical College
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Greenville Technical College
Work Keys-CRC (5AM, 5RI, 4LI) -
Greenville Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
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