Sarahi Mora Tena
Watsonville,CA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medical Assistant with more than three years of clinical experience in urgent care and pediatric settings. Proven ability to thrive in high-volume environments while performing patient intake, administering vaccines and medications, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate EMR documentation. Bilingual in English and Spanish with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate, efficient, and patient-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Sutter Health - Pediatrics
Santa Cruz, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Performed patient intake, obtained vital signs, and documented accurate patient information in Epic for 15–20 pediatric patients per shift.
- Administered childhood immunizations and medications, averaging 15–20 administrations per shift while following vaccine schedules, safety protocols, and provider orders.
- Supported multiple providers by assisting with well-child visits, sick visits, developmental screenings, and in-office procedures.
- Educated patients and families on immunization schedules, medication instructions, treatment plans, and preventive care recommendations.
Coordinated referrals, managed patient messages, and facilitated follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care. - Built trusting relationships with pediatric patients and caregivers by providing compassionate, age-appropriate care in both English and Spanish.
- Maintained accurate EMR documentation in Epic while ensuring compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and clinic protocols.
- Prepared and stocked examination rooms, ensuring appropriate supplies and equipment were available for pediatric visits and procedures.
Medical Assistant
Dignity Health - Urgent Care
Capitola, CA
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Performed patient intake, obtained vital signs, and documented accurate patient information for 20+ patients per shift in a fast-paced urgent care setting.
- Supported two providers simultaneously by assisting with examinations, procedures, and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and injections according to provider orders, averaging 15 + medication administrations per shift while maintaining compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standards.
- Collected and processed multiple laboratory specimens, including phlebotomy, to support timely diagnosis and treatment.
- Maintained, stocked, and prepared seven examination rooms to ensure efficient patient flow and minimize wait times.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding care instructions, medications, and follow-up recommendations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to support efficient clinic operations and deliver high-quality patient care.
Education
Associate Of Science - Medical Assisting And Liberal Arts
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA05-2023
Skills
- Able to Work in a Fast-Pace Environment
- Able to Work as Part of a Team or Independently
- Multitasking Abilities
- Calm Under Pressure
- Team Building
- Vital Sign Measurement
- Injection Administration
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen Collection
- Wound Care
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Patient Communication
- Medical Terminology
- EKG, Peak Flow, Spirometry, Audiometry
- Patient Scheduling
- Punctual, Professional, Organize
- Honest, Enthusiastic, Adaptable
- EMR Documentation
- HIPAA and OSHA Compliance
- Communication Skills and Active Listening Skills
- Exam Room Set-Up/Clean-Up
- Emergency Response Skills
- Epic Software Proficiency
- First Aid
Certification
- California Certified Medical Assistant (CACMA)- 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - 2025
Languages
Spanish: Native/Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Sutter Health - Pediatrics
11.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dignity Health - Urgent Care
10.2022 - 10.2025
Associate Of Science - Medical Assisting And Liberal Arts
Cabrillo College