Open To Work
Teresita Alferez-Castro
Lindsay,CA
Summary
Dedicated medical professional with extensive experience in patient care within clinical settings. Proficient in delivering comprehensive care and effectively delegating tasks based on patient needs and team skills. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality care in collaborative environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Experience
Sierra View Medical Center
Porterville, California
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Medical/Surgical Level 3: Medical/Surgical Floor, Cancer Treatment Center, Endoscopy (126 hours)
- Medical/Surgical Level 4: Intensive Care Unit, Telemetry, Cath Lab, PACU, Emergency Department (126 hours)
- Labor and Delivery: Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, NICU (60 hours)
- Pediatrics: Medical/Surgical floor, Emergency Department, NICU, Postpartum (50 hours)
Clinical Experience
Adventist Health Delano
Delano, California
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Medical/Surgical Level 1: Medical/Surgical Floor (126 hours)
- Medical/Surgical Level 2: Medical/Surgical Floor, Flex Care, OR (126 hours)
Patient Registration Clerk
Pro-PT Physical Therapy
Visalia, California
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Documented key patient data, confirmed eligibility, and verified insurance benefits in system.
- Gathered demographic and insurance details to facilitate patient registration for medical appointments.
- Answered telephone inquiries, provided office information, and directed calls to appropriate staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy and maintain organizational integrity.
- Verified insurance coverage for necessary medical services to confirm patient eligibility.
- Maintained organized workspaces to enhance operational efficiency and accessibility of patient information.
Certified medical assistant
Vida Sana ACHC
03.2013 - 04.2023
- Recorded patient medical histories, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Interviewed patients to gather medical information and measured vital signs, weight, and height.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician assessments.
- Administered medications as directed by physicians to ensure proper treatment.
- Authorized drug refills and communicated prescription details to pharmacies efficiently.
- Entered medical information into records while assisting healthcare providers during examinations.
- Educated patients regarding medication usage and preventive care practices effectively.
Greenhouse Worker
The Plant People
Exeter, California
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Cultivated, harvested, and planted diverse trees, shrubs, and plants.
- Unloaded nursery items and plants from delivery trucks efficiently.
- Assisted customers in locating desired plants and flowers promptly.
- Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens according to seasonal changes.
- Maximized water conservation by assessing sprinkler angles and testing digital controllers.
- Executed order pulling swiftly to meet stringent productivity targets.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nursing
Porterville College
Porterville, CA12-2025
Associate of Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Porterville College
Porterville, CA05-2021
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Porterville College
Porterville, CA05-2021
Medical assistant Certificate -
Milian institute
Visalia, CA11.2012
High school diploma -
Lindsay High Schoo;
Lindsay, CA06.2010
Skills
- BLS and ACLS certified
- Patient care
- Treatment preparation
- Health documentation
- Effective communication
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Child immunization expertise
- Scribing skills
- Referral management
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Medical knowledge
- Safety and sanitation awareness
- Computer proficiency
- Customer service
- Medical terminology
- Infection control
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Clinical experience
- Pediatric experience
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$220/hr - $230/hrTimeline
Clinical Experience
Sierra View Medical Center
01.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical Experience
Adventist Health Delano
03.2024 - 12.2024
Patient Registration Clerk
Pro-PT Physical Therapy
06.2023 - 01.2024
Certified medical assistant
Vida Sana ACHC
03.2013 - 04.2023
Greenhouse Worker
The Plant People
10.2010 - 05.2013
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nursing
Porterville College
Associate of Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Porterville College
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Porterville College
Medical assistant Certificate -
Milian institute
High school diploma -
Lindsay High Schoo;