Sara Aquino
Hempstead,NY
Work Preference
Summary
Highly motivated and committed bilingual Medical Assistant/Caregiver with 10 years of experience supporting diverse patient populations in high volume clinical settings. Fluent in English and Spanish, with expertise in EHR management, physician support, patient education,front office coordination, and 5 years of direct patient care. Highly meticulous and attentive to detail, dedicated to providing quality care and exceptional service in both clinical and home settings. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Medical Assistant
All Island Gastroenterology & Liver Associates
07.2019 - 04.2026
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures, performing in office diagnostic testing, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Managed patient scheduling for two physicians and nurse practitioner seeing 60+ patients daily, optimizing workflow and reducing appointment wait times.
- Provided bilingual support in collection and documentation of patient medical histories accurately to support diagnosis and treatment plans. Helping reduce miscommunication and increase compliance with care plans.
- Communicate with Spanish- English - speaking patients to educate on medication usage, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle modifications for improved health outcomes, contributing to a 98% satisfaction score.
- Reduced wait times by providing front desk support patient check in, verifying coverage, and obtaining referrals when necessary.
- Maintain accurate medical records in EHR and ensure compliance with HIPPA regulations.
Medical Assistant
Rockville Medical Center
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Collect vitals, administer injections, conducted Pulmonary function tests, ABI tests, EKG's and urinalysis for 20+ patients daily.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
Home Health Aide
Gurwin Certified Home Health Care
08.2010 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
No Degree - Healthcare
Access Careers Medical And Dental Training School
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Bilingual patient support
- EMR / EHR
- Vital sign monitors
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
Accomplishments
Successfully completed and received training certificate in newly introduced equipment for Fibroscan testing. As well as performing these tests effectively to provide immediate point-of-care results.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Assistant
All Island Gastroenterology & Liver Associates
07.2019 - 04.2026
Medical Assistant
Rockville Medical Center
07.2016 - 07.2019
Home Health Aide
Gurwin Certified Home Health Care
08.2010 - 01.2016
No Degree - Healthcare
Access Careers Medical And Dental Training School