Tara Pimpton
Medical Assistant & Mental Health Professional
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About
Versatile and certified Healthcare Professional with over 8 years of experience in front and back-office clinical settings. Combines strong clinical foundations with a Bachelor's in Psychology focused on trauma-informed care and community advocacy. Proven track record in patient coordination, electronic health records (EHR), and compassionate service.
Highly adaptable and self-motivated, seeking to leverage clinical expertise and mental health education in a remote medical administrative, patient advocacy, or healthcare coordination role.
Experience
Medical Assistant - TANG AND COMPANY
Front/Back Office Hybrid Role
- Served as the primary point of contact for workers with job-related injuries, managing the initial intake process and creating detailed case profiles.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate worker care outcomes and ensure seamless transitions between clinics.
- Facilitated the retrieval and management of employee medical records from various facilities, ensuring 100% compliance with privacy regulations.
- Assisted physicians during physical examinations and maintained professional communication with patients during stressful injury recovery periods.
Medical Assistant - TEXAS ONCOLOGY
Administrative & Clinical Support
- Managed complex patient scheduling for a fast-paced oncology clinic, prioritizing urgent care needs.
- Streamlined clinic operations by proactively ordering and restocking medical supplies to prevent service interruptions.
- Coordinated with external specialist clinics to obtain and organize patient medical history and diagnostic records.
- Maintained a compassionate environment for patients undergoing high-stress treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - ASCENSION
Direct Patient Care & Advocacy
- Provided high-quality compassionate care, assisting patients with daily living activities (grooming, bathing, feeding).
- Accurately monitored and recorded patient vitals into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, reporting critical changes to the medical team immediately.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring the medical staff was informed of patient comfort levels and specific needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Psychology - Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education - McLennan Community College
Diploma - Clinical Medical Assisting - San Joaquin Valley College

