Medical Assistants
 |
Jeisi AyalaMA II - Urgent Care Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Shelly BachhuberMA III - Specialty Clinic Shelly decided to re-enter the workforce and return to medical assisting after being a stay-at-home mom for 25 years. She has many grand animals that she loves visiting (eight kitties, two horses, and three dogs) and she always has a picture or two to share. Her favorite hobby is working in the yard, but battling with gophers, gophers, and many more gophers is NOT her favorite!
|
 |
Lisa BellPronouns: She/her MA III - Primary Care Lisa joined UHS in 2005 and she's worked at the Appointment Office, Primary Care, Specialty, Urgent Care, and Occupational Health. She loves dancing, good music, entertaining her family and close friends, and admits to being a very good cook. Lisa is married to the man of her dreams and they have a cat, Nipsey, that they adore and love to spoil. Lisa and her husband are both believers in Christ Jesus. |
 |
Robyn BergunioPronouns: She/her MA I - Primary Care Robyn completed her Medical Assistant training program at Unitek College in Concord and her Phlebotomy training at Bay Area Medical Academy in San Francisco. She received her Medical Assistant certification through the CCBMA (California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants) in 2018 and her Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT-1) in February of 2022. Robyn has clinical experience working in Optometry and Women's Health/Fertility. In her spare time, Robyn enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and walking her dog. |
 |
Evelin CalderonPronouns: She/her MA III - Primary Care |
 |
Jacob GiesbrechtPronouns: He/him/his Medical Assistant - Occupational Health Jacob joined UHS in 2024 as a Medical Assistant in the Occupational Health Department. He started his Medical Assistant profession at John Muir and worked in a few different sites. Jacob has experience working at a COVID testing site, Pediatrics, and Urgent Care. |
 |
Lupe Del RioMA I - Primary Care Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Maria DelgadilloMA II - Urgent Care Maria Delgadillo joined UHS in 2013. Overall, she’s been an MA for 15 years working the majority of the time in urgent care and also internal medicine, sports medicine, occupational health, primary care, women's health, pediatrics, and vaccine clinics. Maria graduated with an MA from Merritt College and she’s also certified as a phlebotomist, orthopedic technician, and surgical technologist. Maria loves working in the Urgent Care department because every day is different. She enjoys helping patients feel better when they come in in so much pain and being part of a team that can impact patients with compassionate care. Maria loves her job at UHS taking care of students and being part of a place that feels like family. When not at work, Maria loves watching movies and spending time with her daughters, husband, and family. She’s a cat lover and currently has five beautiful cats who are like family. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Maria DuranPronouns: She/her MA II - Primary Care Maria attended Webster Career College for her MA and BAMA for CPT1. Before joining UHS in 2016, she worked at US HealthWorks in Berkeley and Chevron Refinery Medical Services in Richmond (Occupational Clinic) for nine years. Currently, Maria works closely with eating disorder patients and she loves giving injections, doing procedures, and training new staff members. In her free, time she enjoys going out to eat with family and assisting with every single one of her boys' soccer games. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Rolly FernandezPronouns: He/him/his MA III - Urgent Care Additional Languages: Tagalog |
 |
Cynthia Garcia-GaitanPronouns: She/her/ella/la Primary Care Medical Assistant Supervisor Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Monica GonzalezMA II - Primary Care Monica Gonzalez joined the Primary Care Team in late 2021. She received her MA training at Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health in Richmond, CA, where she also received certification as an ECG technician. Monica finds purpose by serving her community and underserved populations. While not at UHS, she enjoys exploring the outdoors, traveling to new destinations, and spending time with her family. |
 |
Rocio GonzalezMA II - Specialty Clinic |
 |
Paola Gutiérrez-RuizAdministrative Assistant - Occupational Health Before joining UHS, Paola Gutiérrez worked at West Berkeley Family Practice (Lifelong West Berkeley), a nonprofit organization that provides health and social services to underserved individuals. She has a clinical interest in eating disorders and enjoys spending time with her partner and two fur babies. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Claudia HallMA - Per Diem |
 |
Leticia IniguezPer Diem - Urgent Care Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Liz JimenezPronouns: She/her/ella MA II - Primary Care Liz Jimenez received her education from Contra Costa College. Before joining UHS, she was working as an MA at Marin Community Clinics. Liz enjoys spending time with her daughter. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
James KralPronouns: He/him MA I - Primary Care James earned his Medical Assisting certificate at Loma Vista Adult School in Concord. He also went to Diablo Valley College and took Anatomy and Physiology. James finds healthcare work rewarding because he can play a big part in helping patients get well. In his free time, James enjoys visiting family, reading books, listening to music, watching sports, and camping. |
 |
Andrea LopezMA - Occupational Health |
 |
Olga LuengasPronouns: She/her MA - Primary Care |
 |
Mayra MaganaMA - Primary Care |
 |
Viridiana MartinezMA II - Urgent Care Viridiana received her AA from Heald College. She's been working as a medical assistant for eight years. Viridiana is happily married and enjoys hiking, ziplining, horseback riding, and traveling. She loves spending as much time with her family as she can.
Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Maria MoralesPronouns: She/her MA II - Urgent Care Maria Morales received her AA in Medical Assisting from Heald College and is certified by the AAMA as a certified medical assistant. She's also certified by the NHA as a certified phlebotomy technician. Before joining UHS, Maria was working as an MA within the Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation. She is married with two kids and enjoys long family walks with her dog, Taco, exploring the outdoors, and hosting family events at her home. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Aaron MoyHe/him/his MA I - Primary Care After graduating from UC Irvine with a bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Aaron studied medical assisting at San Francisco State University. Before joining UHS, he worked in a worker’s compensation and occupational health clinic. In his free time, he enjoys hiking with family, playing card games with friends, and discovering new teas to drink. |
 |
Christina Orduna-FigueroaMA II - Specialty Clinic |
 |
Estela OrnalesPronouns: She/her/hers MA - Urgent Care |
 |
Maria PerezHospital Assistant, Primary Care & Urgent Care Maria Perez joined the UHS Custodial team in 2018 and transitioned to the role of Hospital Assistant. Maria now supports doctors and patients in all clinics by promoting a clean, safe, and healthy environment. She prepares and stocks clinic supplies, sanitizes exam rooms and sterilizes medical instruments. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Salvador RiosPer Diem - Primary Care Salvador Rios is a certified Medical Assistant and UC Berkeley Retinopathy Camera Operator. Before joining UHS, he worked for a community family practice. Salvador has a clinical interest in assisting with procedures and vaccinations. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Nova RodriguezMA II - Allergy/Travel Nova Rodriguez completed her MA training at the Mt. Diablo Adult Education School in Concord. She's currently in school completing her prerequisites for nursing school. Before joining UHS, Nova was working as an MA for Stanford Healthcare. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, cuddling with her cat, trying new foods, and going to concerts. Additional Languages: Spanish |
 |
Klayna RochaPronouns: She/her/hers/ella MA II - Urgent Care Klayna Rocha is a Medical Assistant in Urgent Care. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking for her friends and family. |
 |
Angela RossPronouns: She/her MA I - Primary Care Angela Ross received her Medical Assistant certificate from Merritt College. Before joining UHS, she was working at an urgent care clinic. Angela loves the 49ers, dogs, coffee, and her three daughters and grandson. |
 |
Michael SniderPronouns: He/him/his MA III - Urgent Care Michael has been a full-time EMT/medical assistant at City College of San Francisco for over 10 years. He earned his Medical Assistant Certification, EMT Certification, Registered Orthopedic Certification, and Allied Health Instructor Certification. Michael has a clinical interest in vaccines and emergency care. He enjoys volunteering and spending time with his three cats — Jessie, Nobe, and Abbey. |
 |
Manuella StephneyMA II - Specialty Clinic Manuella joined UHS in 2005. She graduated with her AA degree and Medical Assistant certification from Heald College. She loves singing, dancing, and bible reading.
|
 |
Siu Hung TinPronouns: She/her MA I - Primary Care Hung joined UHS in May 2022. She took a Clinical Medical Assisting Program at Merritt College, Oakland. Hung has two kids, a daughter named Lia, and a son named Charlie. Hung likes succulents, and pets and she likes biking. Additional Languages: Indonesian |
 |
Guadalupe Ramirez TorresPronouns: She/her |