Karen Barrera
Whittier
Summary
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with clinical medical assistant experience and a strong background in patient care, medication support, and health documentation. Skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living while maintaining dignity, safety, and comfort. Currently pursuing a degree in Medical Billing and Coding to expand healthcare knowledge and administrative expertise. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Cambrian Homecare
Long Beach, CA
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
- Administer medications and monitor vital signs per care plan instructions.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment.
- Communicate effectively with family members and healthcare providers regarding client status.
Medical Assistant
Nahel Al Bouz Internal Medicine
Upland, CA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepared patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, weight, height, and performing urinalysis.
- Documented patient information in EMR systems in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed EKGs, ear irrigations, throat cultures, and blood glucose/hemoglobin testing.
- Processed laboratory and radiology orders electronically.
- Obtained prior authorizations for medications and assisted with insurance coordination.
- Maintained exam room sanitation and clinical equipment readiness.
Pharmacy Clerk
Albertsons
Murrieta, CA
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Processed cash and credit transactions accurately.
- Assisted customers and directed medication inquiries to the pharmacist.
- Managed inventory, stocked medications, and monitored expiration dates.
- Returned unclaimed prescriptions (RTS) according to pharmacy policy.
Clinical Medical Assistant
California Care Internal Medicine Group
Murrieta, CA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Collected vital signs and updated medical records.
- Assisted with phlebotomy and CLIA-waived testing.
- Processed prior authorizations and medical record transfers.
- Maintained clinical cleanliness and compliance with OSHA standards.
Clinical Medical Assistant (Externship)
Total Care Urgent Care
Murrieta, CA
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted with patient intake, scheduling, and insurance forms.
- Supported wound care procedures and diagnostic testing.
- Performed EKGs, ear irrigations, throat cultures, and specimen collection.
- Ensured exam room preparation and sanitation.
Education
Medical Billing and Coding
Purdue Global University
07.2026
Medical Assistant Certificate - undefined
Chaffey College
High School Diploma - undefined
Aliso Niguel High School
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Phlebotomy & CLIA-Waived Testing
- EKG
- HIPAA & OSHA Compliance
- Prior Authorizations & Insurance Coordination
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
- Typing: 45 WPM
- Fluent in Spanish (Written & Spoken)
Certification
Clinical Medical Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Cambrian Homecare
07.2024 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
Nahel Al Bouz Internal Medicine
09.2021 - 06.2022
Clinical Medical Assistant
California Care Internal Medicine Group
06.2021 - 09.2021
Pharmacy Clerk
Albertsons
01.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Medical Assistant (Externship)
Total Care Urgent Care
01.2020 - 12.2020
Medical Assistant Certificate - undefined
Chaffey College
High School Diploma - undefined
Aliso Niguel High School
Medical Billing and Coding
Purdue Global University