Adriana Aguilar
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Clinica Sierra Vista, excelling in patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient flow and optimize appointment scheduling. Skilled in vital sign monitoring and compassionate communication, ensuring patient comfort and safety while adhering to HIPAA compliance and infection control protocols. Fluent in Spanish.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills in clinical setting, ensuring efficient patient care and administrative support. Ability to adapt quickly and learn new procedures and protocols. Seeking to transition to new field where these skills can contribute to team success and operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Clinica Sierra Vista
08.2022 - Current
- Administered patient care, including vital signs monitoring and medical history documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and procedures to enhance patient experience.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and managed patient flow for optimal clinic efficiency.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventative health measures to promote wellness.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and clinical procedures to maintain high-quality care standards.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Assistant
Family Health Care Network
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Implemented electronic health record (EHR) updates ensuring accurate patient information management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies improving outcomes.
- Streamlined administrative processes resulting in increased operational efficiency within the clinic environment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Education
Porterville College
Porterville, CANo Degree - Medical Assistant
Gallen College
Visalia, CA05-1995
High School Diploma -
Porterville High School
Porterville, CA06-1993
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical procedures
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Professionalism and ethics
- Insurance verification
- Appointment setting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient flow management
- Equipment sterilization
- Sterile technique
- Fluent in Spanish
- Trustworthy companion
- Adaptable
- OB/GYN procedures
- Simple dressings
- Inventory management
- Medical equipment operation
Accomplishments
Spanish interpreter certification 2025, California Certified Medical Assistant 2025
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Clinica Sierra Vista
08.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Family Health Care Network
08.2020 - 08.2022
No Degree - Nursing Education
Porterville College
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Gallen College
High School Diploma -
Porterville High School