NATALIE FARAHANI
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Certified Phlebotomy Technician and Advanced Aesthetic Medical Assistant passionate about providing exceptional patient care. Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks effectively in fast-paced environments, fostering trust and rapport with patients through strong interpersonal and communication skills. Committed to achieving high levels of patient satisfaction while adhering to regulatory and practice standards.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Iglow Med Spa
Beverly Hills
04.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and injections under physician supervision.
- Identified suitable veins for blood draws using proper techniques and equipment to ensure patient comfort. suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized equipment for procedures.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Assisted in patient intake and recorded medical histories accurately.
- Recorded detailed notes during patient visits to ensure accurate medical documentation. during patient visits.
- Organized patient files and updated electronic health records to ensure accurate and efficient information retrieval.
- Collaborated with dermatology team to enhance patient care standards consistently.
- Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns, condition updates, or refill requests to support timely treatment.
- Ordered medical supplies, tracked inventory, and restocked exam rooms to ensure readiness for patient care.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Dr.Grossman Dermatology
Santa Monica
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and injections under physician supervision.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted in patient intake and recorded medical histories accurately.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized equipment for procedures.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Educated patients on skincare treatments and post-procedure care instructions.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Collaborated with dermatology team to enhance patient care standards consistently.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
Medical Assistant
Dr.Samimi Orthopedic
LOS ANGELES
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Assisted with patient intake and medical history documentation.
- Drew blood for prp injections and prepared injections for orthopedic surgeons to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed daily office calendar to optimize physician schedules and enhance patient flow.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Prepared examination rooms and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Managed billing and insurance verification processes to streamline administrative workflow and support patient access to care.
LEAD PHLEBOTOMIST/LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PATIENT COORDINATOR
JENNIFER BERMAN, M.D.
LOS ANGELES
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Set up and performed blood draws, created lab orders, managed and trained 7 employees, handled calls, emails, and scheduling, ordered and updated office inventory, set up all procedures sterilely, reconciled billing and payroll, and sterilized surgical utensils.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and equipment for phlebotomy services, ensuring availability for seamless operations.
- Managed patient records and maintained accurate documentation of procedures.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating anxiety and providing reassurance.
LEAD PHLEBOTOMIST/LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MOTYKIE MED SPA
WEST HOLLYWOOD
10.2017 - 09.2023
- Served as a key member of a cross-functional team for an affluent medical spa. Assisted a team of 12 MDs, PA-C, RNs, and aestheticians to provide optimal patient care and maintain smooth daily office functions.
- Coordinated patient care and appointment scheduling with medical staff to streamline office processes.
- Developed workflows to improve patient experience during procedures.
- Facilitated operations at a high-end medical spa.
SALON MANAGER
FAHI'S SKIN AND WAX BAR
PACIFIC PALISADES
10.2013 - 08.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of a busy skin and wax bar, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Supervised staff to deliver consistent, high-quality customer service, enhancing client experience.
- Maintained efficient sales operations, aligned stock inventory with operational needs, managed 5 estheticians, cultivated a strong client base, and ensured high customer satisfaction.
- Developed training programs for new employees on service techniques.
CARDIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
OLYMPIA MEDICAL CENTER
LOS ANGELES
04.2012 - 07.2012
- Conducted cardiac stress tests and monitored patient responses during procedures.
- Assisted physicians with echocardiograms and interpreted basic results effectively.
- Operated and maintained advanced cardiology equipment for accurate diagnostics.
- Reviewed EKG reports in ER, ICU, and DOU, organized daily orders for stress procedures and echocardiograms, and completed routine echocardiograms and EKGs to support timely patient diagnostics.
Education
Medical Administrative Assistant
SANTA MONICA COLLEGE
Santa Monica, CA 01.2022 - 01.2023
High school or equivalent -
SANTA MONICA HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) - Echo Tech
WEST COAST ULTRASOUND INSTITUTE
Los Angeles, CA 01.2010 - 01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
UCLA
Westwood, CA 01.2018 - 01.2018
Skills
- Blood collection techniques
- Phlebotomy
- EKG setup and monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Vital sign monitors
- Patient intake processing
- Patient scheduling
- Electronic health records
- Electronic medical records
- Medical office administration
- Medical office management
- Patient management
- Patient transportation
- Procedure sterilization
- Equipment sterilization
- Safety compliance
- Medical inventory management
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Clinical teamwork
- Communication skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Adaptable
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Bilingual: English, Farsi
- CPR
- Bilingual: English, Farsi
- CPR
Accomplishments
- UCLA Phlebotomy Program
- Medical Assistant Program
- PRP treatments
- IV therapy
- Solo Set-Up & Performance of Trans Esophageal Echocardiogram
- EKG/ECG Experience
- EMR systems Experience
Languages
- ENGLISH
- FARSI
Phone
cell, (310)403-0445
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Iglow Med Spa
04.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Dr.Grossman Dermatology
11.2025 - 02.2026
Medical Assistant
Dr.Samimi Orthopedic
09.2025 - 01.2026
LEAD PHLEBOTOMIST/LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PATIENT COORDINATOR
JENNIFER BERMAN, M.D.
10.2024 - 08.2025
Medical Administrative Assistant
SANTA MONICA COLLEGE
01.2022 - 01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
UCLA
01.2018 - 01.2018
LEAD PHLEBOTOMIST/LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MOTYKIE MED SPA
10.2017 - 09.2023
SALON MANAGER
FAHI'S SKIN AND WAX BAR
10.2013 - 08.2017
CARDIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
OLYMPIA MEDICAL CENTER
04.2012 - 07.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Echo Tech
WEST COAST ULTRASOUND INSTITUTE
01.2010 - 01.2012
High school or equivalent -
SANTA MONICA HIGH SCHOOL