Sherlyn Hierro
New Hyde Park
Summary
Compassionate and culturally sensitive medical assistant with a solid background in patient care and research coordination. Committed to advocating for patient needs and ensuring comprehensive support for diverse populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant and Receptionist
Allied Digestive Health
New York
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinated care and performed clinical intake, vital signs, and lab collections for 18 gastroenterology patients daily, assisting with history and physicals (H&Ps) and GI stent procedures to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Managed daily practice operations by organizing the procedure schedule, processing insurance pre-authorizations, and handling external patient referrals, streamlining patient flow and minimizing delays in care.
PlayReadVIP Intern
NYU Langone Health- Tisch Hospital
New York
01.2026 - Current
- Conduct structured behavioral observations and assist in parent–child developmental assessments, supporting data collection for 20+ families weekly, primarily within Hispanic and African American communities, while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality using REDCap
- Coordinate participant engagement and survey administration, fostering clear communication and trust with diverse populations while contributing to efficient research workflow within an interdisciplinary clinical team
Volunteer
Mount Sinai West & Mount Sinai Beth Israel
New York
10.2023 - Current
- Supported 15+ pediatric and geriatric patients per shift, enhancing mobility, comfort, and basic needs while delivering compassionate care to diverse populations, including Hispanic and African American communities
- Advocated for patient needs by communicating concerns to clinical staff, fostering a supportive environment through clear communication, empathy, and culturally sensitive interactions with patients and families
Education
Human Biology
Hunter College
New York, NY05-2028
Skills
- Patient care
- Basic clinical procedures
- Patient scheduling
- Clinical documentation
- Data collection
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- NHA Clinical Medical Assistant
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant and Receptionist
Allied Digestive Health
03.2026 - Current
PlayReadVIP Intern
NYU Langone Health- Tisch Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Volunteer
Mount Sinai West & Mount Sinai Beth Israel
10.2023 - Current
Human Biology
Hunter College