Monique Herrera
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
West Covina Foot & Ankle Center
West Covina, CA
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Susan Lim Internal medicine
West Covina, CA
01.2001 - 08.2005
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Medical Assistant
Foot And Ankle Specialists Podiatry
El Monte, CA
04.1999 - 07.1999
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Field
California Business Institute
El Monte, CA10-1999
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient history documentation
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Patient appointment scheduling
- Specimen collection techniques
- Infection control practices
- Vital signs and examinations
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- BLS Provider
- Heart Saver First Aid
Timeline
Medical Assistant
West Covina Foot & Ankle Center
01.2017 - 04.2017
Medical Assistant
Dr. Susan Lim Internal medicine
01.2001 - 08.2005
Medical Assistant
Foot And Ankle Specialists Podiatry
04.1999 - 07.1999
Medical Assistant - Medical Field
California Business Institute