Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Generic

Perla Rivas Ahumada

Sacramento,CA

Summary

Dynamic Lead Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Elica Health Centers, excelling in inventory management and quality control. Expertly trained staff to enhance patient safety and clinic efficiency. Adept at resolving patient concerns and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
North Highland
05.2025 - Current
  • Trained and coached staff on new skills to improve efficiency and quality of care
  • Created weekly staff schedules to ensure adequate clinic coverage
  • Conducted inventory management and ordered supplies based on clinic needs
  • Applied knowledge of VFC, BAP, and VFA programs in daily operations
  • Performed monthly quality control testing on clinic machines
  • Monitored and maintained data loggers for accurate temperature tracking
  • Addressed and resolved patient complaints in a timely and professional manner
  • Reviewed and followed up on incoming critical labs to ensure patient safety
  • Supported and guided Medical Assistants in their daily workflow

Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
North Highland
08.2022 - 05.2025
  • Coordinated care for 15–27 patients daily with accurate chart preparation
  • Performed clinical procedures: EKGs, nebulizer treatments, ear lavage, and point-of-care testing
  • Completed screenings for behavioral health, vision, and hearing
  • Supported physicians during exams and medical procedures
  • Resolved pharmacy and medication approval issues promptly
  • Ensured compliance with VFC program, temperature logs, and clinic safety standards
  • Adapted to various specialties, meeting both provider and patient needs

Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
Mobile Unit
11.2020 - 08.2022
  • Registered patients, verified insurance, and obtained vitals
  • Documented medical histories and patient concerns
  • Communicated labs, referrals, and follow-ups to support continuity of care
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance and proper specimen handling
  • Administered vaccines within MA scope of practice

Medical Assistant (Externship-Hire)

Anh Nguyen, M.D.
Sacramento, CA
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Scheduled appointments and managed calls
  • Registered patients and verified insurance
  • Updated charts and handled documents
  • Roomed patients and collected vitals
  • Maintained clean, organized exam rooms

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate Program -

Carrington College
Sacramento, CA
06.2019

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Quality control
  • Patient safety
  • Clinical procedures
  • Compliance standards
  • Staff training

Certification

  • National Healthcare Association (NHA)- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Certification
  • Healthcare Provider (BLS) Adult, Child and Infant (CPR and AED) Program Certification

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Became Lead Medical Assistant with in Elica Health Centers

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
05.2025 - Current

Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
08.2022 - 05.2025

Medical Assistant

Elica Health Centers
11.2020 - 08.2022

Medical Assistant (Externship-Hire)

Anh Nguyen, M.D.
04.2019 - 11.2019

Medical Assistant Certificate Program -

Carrington College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE