Darlene White Castillo

  • Medical Assistant
  • Medford, NY
  • May 22, 2025
Full Time, Part Time Academic Associate New Graduate

Personal Summary

I am a dedicated Medical Assistant with over 6 years of experience in both clinical and administrative healthcare settings. My expertise spans patient care, medical procedures, and office management, complemented by strong problem-solving and organizational skills. I am fluent in Spanish and have a proven track record of providing compassionate, efficient care in fast-paced environments. My background includes hands-on experience in emergency medical services, urgent care, and educational support, making me a versatile and valuable asset to any healthcare team. I am committed to continuous learning and professional growth, currently pursuing a Doctor of Chiropractic degree to further expand my clinical knowledge and skills.

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • EKG
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medication Management
  • Patient Care
  • Clinical Assistance
  • Infection Control
  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
  • Wound Care
  • First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Trauma Care
  • Airway Management
  • Bleeding Control
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Building Rapport
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Fluent in Spanish (written and oral)

Licenses and certifications

  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA), 2022
  • CPR & AED Certification, American Heart Association, 2021
  • Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) Certification, B&H Emergency Medical Training, 2019
  • Teaching Assistant Certificate, New York State Department of Education, 2017

Awards and achievements

  • No awards listed.

Work Experience

Chiropractic Assistant
Aug 2022 - May 2023 Charlestin Chiropractic Group

Assisted with patient setup for heat and muscle stimulation treatments, cleaned and prepped treatment rooms, and supported the doctor during patient treatments.

Clinical Medical Assistant
May 2022 - Aug 2022 Excel Urgent Care

Assessed patient vital signs, triaged patients, assisted doctors during patient care, performed phlebotomy and urinalysis, conducted COVID testing, and provided scribing support.

EMT-B
Jan 2021 - Present Citywide Mobile Response

Provide basic life support, trauma care, immobilization, bleeding control, transportation, AED/CPR/first aid, and airway management on emergency calls. Monitor patient health during transport, assess conditions, administer emergency medications, and collaborate with medical professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

Covid-19 Contact Tracer
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 PCG Consulting

Coordinated contact tracing efforts, conducted interviews with patients and contacts, assessed symptoms, referred individuals for testing, and supported isolation and quarantine in compliance with Health Department regulations.

Bilingual Teacher’s Assistant
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 Wyandanch Union Free School District

Provided instructional support to lead teachers, tutored students individually and in groups, implemented individualized education plans, facilitated lesson plans, graded assessments, and documented student progress.

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic Degree (Expected)
- Dec 2025 University of Bridgeport School of Chiropractic
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Dec 2021 SUNY College at Old Westbury
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts & Sciences
- Dec 2017 Nassau Community College