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Erica Dominguez

Riverbank,CA

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in Patient Access. Known for providing a welcoming environment for patients, maintaining accurate records, and supporting multiple departments including Emergency room, Infusion, and Specialty Clinics. Skilled in insurance verification, copay collection, scheduling and cross-training across clinical areas to ensure an efficient work flow.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Representative

Memorial Medical Center
Modesto, California
12.2021 - Current
  • Greeted and assisted patients using the ADIET approach to ensure a positive experience.
  • Registered ER patients, labor & delivery mothers/babies, and direct admissions.
  • Handled inpatient registration calls and completed all required documentation.
  • Verified patient demographics and insurance information with accuracy.
  • Collected copayments and obtained necessary signatures for consent forms.
  • Logged and secured patient valuables, returning them upon discharge.
  • Managed work queues (WQs), authorizations, and certifications as required.

Cross-Trained areas-

  • Infusion
  • Trauma/IR
  • Specialty Clinic
  • Labor and Delivery shift

Patient Access Representative

Good Samaritan Hospital
San Jose, California
01.2007 - 10.2025
  • Entered and updated patient demographics with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Verified and recorded insurance information to ensure proper billing and coverage.
  • Collected copayments and explained payment processes to patients.
  • Admitted and registered ambulance patients, coordinating intake with medical staff.
  • Transitioned ER accounts to inpatient status and prepared required documentation.
  • Created and organized patient packets and ID bands for identification.
  • Pre-registered patients for triage to streamline the admission process.
  • Obtained necessary signatures for consent and documentation compliance.

Medical Assistant

Hand Surgical Associates
Mountain View, California
01.2005 - 06.2007
  • Provided comprehensive front and back office support, ensuring smooth daily clinic operations.
  • Welcomed and prepared patients for appointments, maintaining a professional and compassionate environment.
  • Managed multi-line phone system, scheduling, rescheduling, and confirming patient appointments.
  • Prepared and organized daily charts and records in advance of scheduled visits.
  • Conducted patient reminder calls to improve attendance and continuity of care.
  • Accurately entered and maintained patient information in electronic databases.
  • Collected and verified insurance information.
  • Assisted with insurance billing verification and maintained heavy filing systems.
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms and ensured rooms were properly cleaned, sanitized, and restocked.
  • Sterilized instruments after each use and operated autoclave for infection control compliance.
  • Processed prescription refill requests and called in prescriptions for patient pickup.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gunderson Highschool
San Jose, CA

Certificate - Certified Medical Assistant

CCOC
San Jose

Skills

  • EPIC experience
  • Consent documentation
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • HIPAA compliance & patient provacy
  • Strong communication and customer service
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Multitasking and time management
  • Problem solving in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Patient Access Representative

Memorial Medical Center
12.2021 - Current

Patient Access Representative

Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2025

Medical Assistant

Hand Surgical Associates
01.2005 - 06.2007

High School Diploma -

Gunderson Highschool

Certificate - Certified Medical Assistant

CCOC