Cristina Fonseca
Perris,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented medical assistant with a strong background in patient care and electronic health records management. Skilled in educating patients on health management and providing mobility assistance, committed to delivering compassionate support and enhancing patient well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
MADISON POST ACUTE
Redlands, California
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Assisted in mobility support, ensuring patient safety during transfers.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Medical Assistant
HEMET GLOBAL
Hemet, California
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Supported billing processes by verifying insurance information accurately.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Medical Assistant
Gentle Chiropractic Wellness Center
Riverside, California
02.2016 - 07.2019
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
- Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
- Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and electronic health record systems.
- Greeted patients upon arrival in the office and directed them to appropriate areas or persons.
- Reviewed charts before each appointment for accuracy and completeness of information.
Education
CNA LICENSE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
TEMECULA SCHOOL OF NURSING
TEMECULA06-2022
Diploma - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
UEI College
Riverside, CA08-2015
High School Diploma -
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Riverside, CA06-2014
Some College (No Degree) -
American Career College
CASkills
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Vital signs measurement
- Mobility assistance
- Health education
- Medical office administration
- Effective communication
- Training staff
- Compassion and empathy
- Multitasking and organization
- Lifting and transferring
- Clinical documentation
Affiliations
- Rescue and foster animals on my free time.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- numerous caught in the act awards from coworkers and managment.
Timeline
CNA
MADISON POST ACUTE
07.2022 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
HEMET GLOBAL
01.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Gentle Chiropractic Wellness Center
02.2016 - 07.2019
CNA LICENSE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
TEMECULA SCHOOL OF NURSING
Diploma - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
UEI College
High School Diploma -
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) -
American Career College