Nichol Chavez
Carson
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist with broad experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction to ensure comfort and accuracy during procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, leading to improved patient satisfaction and efficiency in sample collection processes. Known for strong communication skills and teamwork, enhancing operational flow and patient care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Phlebotomist
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Torrance
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
Medical Assistant
Optum
Redondo Beach
12.2005 - 03.2007
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, venipuncture, rapid strep and
- urinalysis.
Hair Transplant Technician
Sword Medical Center
Torrance
09.1997 - 01.2004
- Created and maintained sterile operating fields to minimize infection risks.
- Organized instruments and supplies to optimize surgical.
- Responsible for assisting with pre-op and post-op including cutting, sorting and graft placement.
- Performed wound care management such as dressing changes and suture removal.
Education
Certified - Phlebotomy
AUMT
Torrance, CA11-2024
Certified - Medical Assisting
SCROC
Torrance, CA10-2004
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Private School
Long Beach, CA06-1993
Skills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Patient care
- Laboratory specimen preparation
- Medical record management
Timeline
Student Phlebotomist
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
11.2024 - 11.2024
Medical Assistant
Optum
12.2005 - 03.2007
Hair Transplant Technician
Sword Medical Center
09.1997 - 01.2004
Certified - Phlebotomy
AUMT
Certified - Medical Assisting
SCROC
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Private School