ROMILKA M. FILPO-TAVERAS
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Morris Medical Office
Bronx, NY
03.2014 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.
- Perform vital signs, screenings, and patient assessments
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing daily operations for staff and patients.
- Administer vaccines and document in NYC CIR system
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and lab preparation
- Conduct rapid strep, COVID-19, and point-of-care diagnostic testing
- Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT)
- Assist with allergy testing and monitor patients
- Operate Sudoscan testing equipment
- Assist with asthma treatments including nebulizer therapy
- Manage insurance verification and patient scheduling
- Maintain documentation in Practice EHR and Epic
- Educate pediatric and adult patients on treatment plans
Maternity / Postpartum Unit
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, NY
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Performed postpartum assessments including fundal checks
- Monitored maternal recovery and identified early complications
- Assisted with newborn assessments and discharge teaching
Pediatrics Unit
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, NY
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assessed pediatric patients and monitored age-appropriate vital signs
- Administered medications under supervision
- Assisted with pediatric procedures and family education
Medical-Surgical Unit
BronxCare Health System
Bronx, NY
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and monitored patient conditions
- Assisted with oral and IV medication administration under supervision
- Provided wound care and postoperative monitoring
- Documented patient care in EMR and participated in care planning
- Assisted with diabetes management and discharge teaching
Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing
Beth Abraham Center
Bronx, NY
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted residents with ADLs and mobility support
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Monitored chronic conditions and reported status changes
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported medication administration under supervision
Education
Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NYDiploma - Medical Assistant
Sanford-Brown Institute
New York, NY01.2014
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- HIPAA compliance
- EMR Documentation
- Patient scheduling
- Phlebotomy
- Customer service
- COVID-19 Testing
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Allergy Testing
- Asthma Treatment Support
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Infection Control
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Strong Communication
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Accomplishments
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Certified Medical Assistant
- NYS Infection Control & Barrier Precautions
- NYS Child Abuse Identification & Reporting
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Maternity / Postpartum Unit
Montefiore Medical Center
11.2025 - 12.2025
Pediatrics Unit
Montefiore Medical Center
09.2025 - 10.2025
Medical-Surgical Unit
BronxCare Health System
08.2024 - 05.2025
Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing
Beth Abraham Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant
Morris Medical Office
03.2014 - Current
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Sanford-Brown Institute
Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York