RACHEL HERNANDEZ
Summary
Dynamic Medical Assistant Instructor specializing in clinical and administrative education. Dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment while mentoring students to achieve professional readiness. Committed to upholding accreditation standards and enhancing training outcomes through collaboration and effective instructional strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant Instructor
College of Healthcare Professions
San Antonio
06.2025 - Current
- Instructed students on clinical and administrative procedures.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments.
- Facilitated hands-on training in healthcare technologies.
- Mentored students in professional development and job readiness.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance course materials and delivery.
- Maintained compliance with accreditation standards and guidelines.
- Created a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
Certified Medical Assistant
WellMed
San Antonio
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Recorded patient vital signs and medical histories accurately.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions clearly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms consistently.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation management.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Assistant
Texas MedClinic
San Antonio
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Checked in and out patients, verified insurance information, processed payments, ensuring smooth patient flow.
- Greeted patients, recorded vital signs, and documented medical procedures to support accurate patient care.
- Assisted physicians during patient exams and procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under physician supervision.
- Prepared examination rooms following strict cleanliness protocols.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance effectively.
- Handled medical billing and insurance verification processes smoothly.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Administration
College of Healthcare Professions
San Antonio, TX06-2026
Certification in Medical Assisting -
Alamo Colleges Health Profession Opportunity Grant
San Antonio, TX09-2018
Skills
- IV administration skills
- X-ray procedures
- Electrocardiography (EKG) skills
- Specimen collection and processing
- Patient scheduling efficiency
- Front and back office operations
- HIPAA compliance
- Technique demonstration
- Student assessment
- Student advising
- Dependable and responsible
- Compassionate and trustworthy
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Customer service excellence
- Multi-tasking ability
- Inventory management
- Breath alcohol and drug testing
- Patient scheduling efficiency
- Specimen collection and processing
- Electrocardiography (EKG) skills
Certification
- National HealthCareers Association CCMA Certification
- CPR/BLS Provider
- CPR/BLS Instructor
Languages
Spanish, Intermediate
Timeline
Medical Assistant Instructor
College of Healthcare Professions
06.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
WellMed
08.2021 - 06.2025
Medical Assistant
Texas MedClinic
09.2018 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Administration
College of Healthcare Professions
Certification in Medical Assisting -
Alamo Colleges Health Profession Opportunity Grant