Christine Sinatra
Mahwah
Summary
Bilingual registered medical assistant with 20+ years of clinical and administrative experience in cardiology, internal medicine, and urgent care. Proficient in phlebotomy with 6-8 years of hands-on experience. Demonstrates ability to excel in high-volume, fast-paced environments while ensuring efficient patient care and support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
Huntington
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Roomed patients, collected vitals, performed EKGs and venipuncture, and conducted POCT to support accurate patient assessments.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory processing and pickup.
- Facilitated communication by faxing medical clearances, ensuring timely processing for patient procedures.
- Stocked and cleaned exam rooms and equipment to maintain a safe and organized environment for patient care.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Mount Sinai Doctors
Manhasset
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Roomed patients, performed intake, collected vitals, conducted EKGs, venipuncture, and reconciled medications to ensure accurate patient information.
- Registered and applied cardiac event monitors as well as educated patients on device care and usage.
- Assisted with stress and stress echo testing; monitored vitals throughout.
- Communicated test results and medication updates through patient portals and phone to enhance patient understanding and care continuity.
- Maintained exam room readiness and managed clinical supply inventory to support efficient patient care operations.
- Provided cross coverage in additional departments to support patient flow and clinical operations.
- Stocked exam rooms with necessary supplies and cleaned equipment to ensure a safe environment.
- Multispecialty | Manhasset, NY
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
Manhasset
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Roomed patients, collected vitals, performed EKGs and venipuncture to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Prepared and processed laboratory specimens for pickup to ensure timely testing and results.
- Organized and stocked exam rooms with necessary supplies and maintained clean equipment to uphold hygiene standards.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
NYU Langone
Lake Success
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Roomed patients, collected vitals, reconciled medications, performed EKGs, and uploaded results to MUSE for physician review, ensuring timely access to critical patient information.
- Executed point-of-care testing to obtain timely patient results.
- Registered and applied cardiac event monitors, educating patients on device care and usage to enhance patient compliance and understanding.
- Communicated results through patient portal and over the phone.
- Restocked supplies and sanitized exam rooms and medical equipment to maintain safety and efficiency in patient care environment.
Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Cardiovascular Partners
Englewood
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Performed phlebotomy, venipuncture, and injections on patients to obtain blood samples and deliver medications.
- Roomed patients, patient intake, collected vitals, performed EKGs and scanned them into patients’ charts.
- Coordinated and set up 24-hour blood pressure monitors for patients.
- Registered and applied cardiac event monitors, educating patients on device care and usage to ensure proper monitoring.
- Organized and input data for carotid ultrasounds and stress test results, contributing to accurate patient records.
- Informed patients of laboratory and diagnostic results through patient portals and over the phone.
- Performed rapid and PCR covid testing for staff and patients.
- Managed physician’s daily schedule.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for pickup.
- Communicated with Manager and Physician regarding office issues and concerns to facilitate timely resolutions.
Medical Assistant
NJ Doctors Urgent Care
Pompton Plains
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Swabbed patients for Covid-19 and performed venipuncture for covid-19 antibodies, facilitating timely diagnosis.
- Assisted physicians and mid-levels with patient care tasks.
- Informed patients of laboratory results for covid-19, enhancing understanding and guiding next steps in care.
- Stocked and cleaned exam rooms, maintaining safety and organization to support efficient patient care.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory pickup.
Patient Care Representative/Certified Medical Assistant
Cardiology Associates of Morristown
Morristown
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Roomed patients, intake and vitals, medication reconciliation, prescription fulfillment.
- Registered and applied cardiac event monitors as well as educated patients on device care and usage.
- Processed patient check-ins and check-outs, ensuring accurate collection of co-payments.
- Scheduled appointments for follow-ups, new patients as well as scheduled appointments for diagnostic testing such as EST, NST, ECHO, Stress ECHO and Vascular Carotids.
- Communicated laboratory and diagnostic testing results to patients via patient portals and phone, enhancing patient understanding.
- Answered telephones in a courteous and professional manner.
- Organized and stocked exam rooms with essential supplies, optimizing readiness for patient visits.
Certified Medical Assistant/Receptionist
A Plus Urgent Care
Cresskill
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Conducted patient intake, roomed patients, performed EKGs, venipuncture, and administered injections.
- Assisted physicians and mid-levels in the exam room.
- Conducted point-of-care testing, Department of Transportation testing, and processed medical clearances.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory pickup, contributing to timely processing and accurate results.
- Answered telephone courteously and professionally, checked in patients to ensure smooth appointment flow.
- Stocked and cleaned exam rooms and equipment to maintain a safe and organized environment for patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant/Receptionist
AFC Urgent Care
Cedar Grove
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Patient intake, roomed patients, performed EKGs, venipuncture and administered injections when needed.
- Conducted point-of-care testing and drug screening for external clients, contributing to timely and accurate patient care.
- Calibrated and operated complete blood count machine, ensuring accuracy of test results for patient diagnosis.
- Assisted Physicians and mid-level providers in the exam room.
- Answered telephone courteously and professionally; checked in patients to ensure smooth appointment flow.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory pickup.
- Stocked, cleaned exam rooms and equipment.
Medical Assistant
Bergen Medical | Bergen Gastroenterology
Emerson
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Informed patients of laboratory and diagnostic testing results.
- Performed EKGs, POCT, performed fructose, lactose and bacterial overgrowth tests.
- Assisted Physicians in exam rooms as needed.
- Assisted with in office procedures such as ultrasound guided injections.
- Prescription fulfillment upon Physicians' request and authorization only.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments and laboratory tests.
- Assisted with GI and IM nurse pools.
- Restocked supplies and maintained cleanliness of exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant and Medical Receptionist
01.2005 - 12.2016
- Performed medical assistant and receptionist duties across multiple specialties including OBGYN, pediatrics, internal medicine, and reproductive endocrinology, ensuring smooth patient flow and effective support for healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
Education
Registered Medical Assistant -
American Allied Health
03-2026
Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician Diploma -
HoHoKus School of Business & Medical Sciences (Eastwick College)
Hackensack, NJ07-2005
Skills
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Lab specimen handling
- Patient care
- EKG monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Lab equipment operation
- Lab equipment calibration
- Medical terminology
- Procedure assistance
- Clinical support
- Patient scheduling
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Earlier Professional Experience
2005 – 2016, Medical Assistant and Medical Receptionist roles across multiple practices and specialties such as OBGYN, Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine (Temp pos.), Internal Medicine, Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility.
Timeline
Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
09.2025 - 01.2026
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Mount Sinai Doctors
02.2025 - 08.2025
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
11.2024 - 02.2025
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
NYU Langone
09.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Cardiovascular Partners
01.2021 - 03.2023
Medical Assistant
NJ Doctors Urgent Care
04.2020 - 07.2020
Patient Care Representative/Certified Medical Assistant
Cardiology Associates of Morristown
06.2019 - 04.2020
Certified Medical Assistant/Receptionist
AFC Urgent Care
11.2018 - 03.2019
Certified Medical Assistant/Receptionist
A Plus Urgent Care
05.2018 - 12.2019
Medical Assistant
Bergen Medical | Bergen Gastroenterology
01.2017 - 09.2017
Medical Assistant and Medical Receptionist
01.2005 - 12.2016
Registered Medical Assistant -
American Allied Health
Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician Diploma -
HoHoKus School of Business & Medical Sciences (Eastwick College)