Yunuen Guerrero
San Diego
Summary
Compassionate Medical Assistant skilled in vital sign measurement and laboratory testing. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and effective communication, ensuring exceptional patient care and support for healthcare teams.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
The Doctors Office & Walk-in Clinic
San Diego
2021 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and health maintenance strategies.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, blood draws, and blood glucose levels, under the direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Conducted EKGs and spirometry testing, as requested by the physician.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and patient care quality.
Medical Assistant
Clairemont Family Medical Group
San Diego
2013 - 2021
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured cleanliness of medical equipment.
- Managed medication administration and conducted essential laboratory tests (urinalysis, blood draw, glucose check) as needed.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Performed EKGs and spirometry testing as directed by the physician.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Coordinated supply ordering for the front and back office, tracked inventory documentation, and ensured exam rooms remained stocked as necessary.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, and greeted patients.
- Assisted with the completion of immigration exam forms I-693, N-648.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Medical Receptionist
Clairemont Family Medical Group
San Diego
2006 - 2013
- Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
- Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
- Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
- Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
- Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
- Entered insurance, demographics and health history into patient database.
- Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
- Protected patients by observing strict HIPAA guidelines.
- Processed referrals for specialist care when requested by physicians or patients.
- Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
- Maintained supply inventory for office area, ordering items as needed and stocking shelves.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Education
Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA01-2013
Medical Office Clerk
South Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA01-2005
Skills
- Vital sign measurement
- Laboratory testing
- Medication administration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Pulmonary function tests
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- EMR
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Professional integrity
Timeline
Medical Assistant
The Doctors Office & Walk-in Clinic
2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Clairemont Family Medical Group
2013 - 2021
Medical Receptionist
Clairemont Family Medical Group
2006 - 2013
Medical Assistant
Concorde Career College
Medical Office Clerk
South Seattle Community College