Sandy Herrarte
Lexington
Summary
I am a dedicated medical assistant who is willing to put my patients ahead of myself. I am willing to stay late nights to assist the doctor with whatever is needed. Whether it be a procedure or a simple wound check. Compassionate medical assistant with expertise in patient care, health record documentation, and effective communication. Proven ability to assist healthcare professionals and maintain a welcoming environment that enhances patient experiences. Detail-oriented medical assistant skilled in time management and team collaboration. Experienced in assisting with patient care tasks and maintaining examination rooms, contributing to a seamless healthcare experience. Ready to support healthcare teams in delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Cozad Medical Clinic
Cozad
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare professionals in daily patient care tasks.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits and procedures.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups effectively.
- Collected and documented patient vital signs accurately.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Medical Assistant
CHI ORTHOPEDICS
Kearney
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Worked closely with Dr. Wright and Dr. McGowan.
- Assisted with the removal of sutures and staples that were placed during total knee, total shoulder, and total hip replacements.
- Helped redress and clean wounds.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits and procedures.
- Triaged phone calls regarding the joints.
- Collected and documented patient vital signs accurately.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant
Bright Blue Clinic
Lexington
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted healthcare professionals in daily patient care tasks.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits and procedures.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Guest Advocate
Target
Lincon
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Handled transactions accurately at the checkout register.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly and professionally.
- Organized and restocked shelves to ensure product availability.
- Performed cashier duties such as processing payments, returns, and exchanges accurately.
- Assisted with returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policy.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers.
- Assisted other departments when needed to maintain efficient operations.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the store area.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE07-2023
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School
Lexington, NE05-2021
Skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Health record documentation
- Procedure preparation
- Vital signs and examinations
- Bilingual
- Respectful
- Polite
Certification
- CNA 07/12/23 (EXPIRED)
- REGISTERED PHELBTOMY TECH (12/27/23- PRESENT)
- MEDICATION AIDE (03/16/23- PRESENT)
- MEDICAL ASSISTANT (7/28/2023- PRESENT)
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
REFRENCES
- DEBORA HUNTER, LPN (308) 991-9219
- COURTNEY KUDRNA (360)909-2641
- AILEEN REYNOSA (308) 325-8050
- THERESA COPARALE, CMA (308)529-1391
- VICTORIA PEREZ (308) 746-8305
- TARA BENDER (720) 434-5700
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Cozad Medical Clinic
06.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
CHI ORTHOPEDICS
05.2024 - 06.2025
Medical Assistant
Bright Blue Clinic
03.2024 - 06.2024
Guest Advocate
Target
11.2022 - 02.2023
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Southeast Community College
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School