Brandon Martinez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Versatile Sales and Healthcare Professional with over 8+ years of combined clinical, administrative, and B2B sales experience. Background includes supporting neurosurgery, urgent care, and surgical teams, alongside managing 200+ retail accounts in a competitive sales territory. Known for building strong client relationships, communicating complex medical information effectively, and delivering results through data-driven strategies. Now seeking to apply this unique blend of clinical insight and sales success in a pharmaceutical sales role, with a strong interest in contributing to innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Bakersfield Neuroscience & Spine Institute
Bakersfield, California
05.2017 - Current
- Work alongside Dr. Majid Rahimifar providing high-level clinical and administrative support in neurosurgery
- Communicate pre and post-operative instructions with professionalism and compassion.
- Coordinate care with hospitals, imaging centers, and specialists for diagnostics and surgical scheduling.
Medical Assistant
Northeast Walk-In Clinic
Bakersfield, California
05.2017 - Current
- Provide clinical support in a high-volume urgent care setting.
- Assist with minor procedures, wound care, and immunizations under provider supervision.
- Handle administrative tasks including patient intake, documentation, and EMR updates.
Surgical Observation
Bakersfield Specialist Surgical Center
Bakersfield, California
07.2022 - Current
- Observe and support procedures while gaining surgical protocol knowledge.
- Document intraoperative observations and support post-operative care instructions.
- Enhance patient care support through attention to detail and coordination with the surgical team.
Research Assistant
Kern Medical Center - Emergency Department
Bakersfield, California
03.2018 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on clinical research, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate data collection with strong presence in Emergency and Trauma setting.
- Co-authored peer-reviewed publication, highlighting strong analytical and documentation skills valuable for reporting and client insights.
Sales Representative
Gallo Wine Co.
Bakersfield, California
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed 200+ retail accounts across Kern County, building lasting partnerships with owners and key stakeholders.
- Developed and executed strategic territory plans, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Analyzed trends, competition, and customer needs to shape strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology | Summa cum laude
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CAAssociate of Arts - Psychology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- B2B Sales & Account Management
- Relationship Building & Retention
- Sales Reporting & Data Analysis
- Presentation and Negotiation Skills
- Contract Negotiation & Closing Skills
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Clinical Support & Patient Care
- Surgical Observation & Coordination
- HIPAA Compliance & Patient Advocacy
- BLS & ACLS Certified
Accomplishments
- California State University, Bakersfield - Summa cum laude
- Gallo Wine Co. – Top Salesman, 4th Quarter 2016
- Co-author on a peer-reviewed medical journal publication (Details available upon request)
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Current
Volunteer Work
- Golden Valley High School Baseball - Assistant Coach
- Adopt-a-Street Volunteer
Timeline
Surgical Observation
Bakersfield Specialist Surgical Center
07.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Kern Medical Center - Emergency Department
03.2018 - 10.2024
Medical Assistant
Bakersfield Neuroscience & Spine Institute
05.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northeast Walk-In Clinic
05.2017 - Current
Sales Representative
Gallo Wine Co.
03.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology | Summa cum laude
California State University, Bakersfield
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bakersfield College