Jerika Martinez
About Jerika Martinez
Jerika Martinez is a Patient Care Assistant at NYU Langone Health and an active duty member of the United States Army Medical Department.
Professional Title and Current Roles
Jerika Martinez holds the title of Patient Care Assistant. She is presently serving in two notable capacities. Since 2018, she has been an active duty member in the United States Army Medical Department (AMEDD). Concurrently, she has been working as a Patient Care Assistant at NYU Langone Health in Manhattan, NY.
Past Employment in Healthcare
Jerika Martinez has garnered experience from various healthcare positions. From 2017 to 2018, she worked as a Clinical Medical Assistant at New York Cardiovascular Associates in Manhattan, NY, for nine months. In 2016, she served as a Clinical Medical Assistant at St. John's Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, NY, for four months. Additionally, she contributed to Americares as an Emergency Program Intern in 2017 for four months in Stamford, CT.
Education Background
Jerika Martinez pursued her higher education across three universities. She studied at Fordham University from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she attended Fairfield University from 2013 to 2017. Her academic journey began at City University of New York-Herbert H. Lehman College, where she studied from 2009 to 2013.
Commitment to Global Health Issues
Jerika Martinez is focused on addressing global health issues, with a particular emphasis on Latin America. She is driven by a commitment to tackle problems related to poverty and inequality. Her belief that health is a fundamental human right underpins her professional and personal endeavors in the healthcare field.