VERONICA CORREIA
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant experienced in delivering patient-centered care across diverse medical specialties. Achieved efficient clinical workflows and maintained high standards of patient care through expertise in patient intake, vital signs, EMR documentation, and medication management. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring confidentiality in both clinical and administrative functions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CAREGIVER
IHSS
Bakersfield, USA
01.2026 - 07.2026
- Delivered compassionate hands-on care, medication management, transportation, bathing, feeding, and daily living assistance to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Ensured a safe environment while effectively communicating patient needs and changes in condition to optimize care coordination.
- Applied and monitored Optune arrays according to the prescribed treatment plan.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Clinica Sierra Vista
Bakersfield, USA
09.2023 - 02.2026
- Administered vaccines and injections and performed EKGs, eye exams, hearing exams, and ultrasound assistance.
- Administered vaccines and injections, performed EKGs, conducted eye and hearing exams, and assisted with ultrasounds to support comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted providers with clinical procedures and supported efficient patient flow.
- Processed medication refills, prior authorizations, and referrals, while managing scheduling and insurance-related requirements to enhance patient access to care.
- Executed front- and back-office duties, ensuring HIPAA compliance and maintaining patient confidentiality to uphold trust and security in healthcare interactions.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Omni Family Health
Bakersfield, USA
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Administered vaccines and injections, performed blood draws, and conducted laboratory services to support patient health management.
- Roomed patients, obtained vital signs, histories, and ensured accurate clinical documentation for effective patient care.
- Prepared charts, maintained examination rooms, scheduled appointments and tests, and assisted providers with daily clinical operations to enhance workflow efficiency.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT II
Stanford Children's Health
Pleasanton, USA
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted physicians during examinations and minor procedures while preparing pediatric patients for care, contributing to efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Delivered clinical support in pediatric setting, performing vital signs, obtaining patient histories, administering injections, and conducting eye examinations to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Facilitated clinic operations by managing patient follow-up, sending appointment reminders, documenting patient information, and preparing examination rooms.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT / RECEPTIONIST
Heart Medicine & Chest Pain Clinic
Oakland, USA
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Supported front- and back-office operations in cardiology and chest pain clinic using Epic EMR to ensure seamless patient care.
- Managed check-in, insurance verification, payments, scheduling, referrals, telephone calls, and medical records.
- Coordinated check-in, insurance verification, payments, scheduling, referrals, telephone calls, and medical records to enhance patient experience and clinic efficiency.
Education
Medical Assistant Training -
Everest College
Hayward, CASkills
- Immunizations & Injections
- EKG/ECG
- Phlebotomy/Blood Draws
- Vital Signs
- Eye & Hearing Exams
- Clinical Procedure Assistance
- Patient Intake & Rooming
- Medication Refills
- Prior Authorizations
- Referrals
- Appointment Scheduling
- EMR/Epic
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
CAREGIVER
IHSS
01.2026 - 07.2026
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Clinica Sierra Vista
09.2023 - 02.2026
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Omni Family Health
01.2021 - 07.2023
MEDICAL ASSISTANT II
Stanford Children's Health
06.2019 - 12.2020
MEDICAL ASSISTANT / RECEPTIONIST
Heart Medicine & Chest Pain Clinic
01.2016 - 06.2018
Medical Assistant Training -
Everest College