Teresa Padilla
Bakersfield
Summary
Compassionate, organized Medical Assistant with 9+ years of hands-on clinical and administrative experience in primary care, endoscopy, and outpatient clinics. Strong record of improving patient flow, maintaining accurate EMR documentation, and supporting physicians with procedures and patient education. Reliable, bilingual communicator who prioritizes patient comfort and clinic efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant
Arvin Medical Clinic
Arvin, CA
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained 100% accuracy in EMR charting and prepared concise patient summaries for physician review.
- Managed diagnostic test coordination, prescription transmissions, and patient education on treatments and nutrition.
- Streamlined scheduling process, reducing patient wait times by 40%.
- Supported physicians during visits and assisted with minor procedures and specimen collection.
Medical Assistant / Receptionist
Advanced Endoscopy Center
Bakersfield, CA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Handled front-desk duties for 300+ monthly patients: intake, scheduling, insurance verification, and copay collection.
- Automated six clerical processes, improving file retrieval and reducing administrative delays.
- Ensured exam room and equipment sanitation to maintain compliance and patient safety.
- Maintained accurate medical records and communicated pre/post-procedure instructions to patients and families.
Medical Assistant
Kern Primary Care Medical Clinic
Bakersfield, CA
12.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed phone and in-clinic service expectations for the majority of patient contacts.
- Organized and updated ~3,000 patient records with histories, vitals, and scanned documents.
- Recorded vitals, test results, and maintained confidential documentation to support continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on procedures, medication, and recovery plans.
Education
MA Certificate - Medical Assisting
Milan Institute
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Arvin High School
Arvin, CASkills
- Clinical: Vitals, injections, phlebotomy, specimen collection, minor surgical setup, patient monitoring
- Administrative: EMR data entry, medical records management, scheduling, insurance verification, billing/copay collection
- Certifications/Knowledge: Certified Medical Assistant, CPR/BLS, ICD-10, Microsoft Word
- Languages & Tools: Spanish (fluent), EMR systems
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptability in Fast-paced environments
Accomplishments
- 9+ years clinical/admin medical assistant experience across primary care and specialty clinics
- Bilingual patient education and culturally sensitive care
- Proven ability to reduce wait times and improve workflow through process improvements
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR/BLS
- Phlebotomy Certificate
Timeline
Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant
Arvin Medical Clinic
06.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant / Receptionist
Advanced Endoscopy Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Assistant
Kern Primary Care Medical Clinic
12.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Arvin High School
MA Certificate - Medical Assisting
Milan Institute