To obtain a position as a phlebotomist, where my acquired skills may be utilized in the medical field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist/Patient Service Technician
Labcorp
10.2024 - Current
I perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups including neonatal, pediatric, geriatric. I also collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc., Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner. Process billing information and collect payments when required, Prepare and process (aliquot) all collected specimens for testing and analysis, Maintain patient and specimen information logs, Provide superior customer service to all patients, Administrative and clerical duties as necessary, Travel to additional sites when needed including John Muir facilities.
Phlebotomist/Apheresis Technician
American Red Cross
01.2023 - 10.2024
Quality control beginning of shift; Health exams and checked vital signs for donor eligibility; Performed venipunctures using a 16g, 18g, and 21g needle; Collected whole blood products and blood specimens; Collected blood products through apheresis procedure including plasma (ALYX), red cells (MCS+), and platelets (AMICUS); Managed donor complications and assessed course of action to ensure donor safety all while providing efficient and courteous service; On the job instructor for new staff and current staff
Phlebotomy Practical Training
Contra Costa Outreach Clinic and Laboratory
01.2024 - 02.2024
Greeted/identified patients; Labeled tubes and followed protocols for handling and storing specimens for transport; Centrifuged blood samples; Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles; Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients; Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation; Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients; Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality; Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Admin
Wow Smiles
03.2022 - 10.2022
Opened/closed office; maintained supplies; Followed up with patients, took calls for all regions and scheduled appointments; Collected payments for ortho treatment; Collected insurance information; Helped marketing team with new patients; Knowledge on orthodontic treatment; Trained new staff
IPS Inc.
09.2021 - 01.2022
Education
Licensed Phlebotomist -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA
12.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Yerba Buena High School
San Jose, CA
06.2020
Skills
Fluent in Spanish and English
BLS certification
Infection prevention strategies
Experienced in WIS, ETS, and syringe venipuncture methods