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Shantel Garcia

Los Angeles

Summary

Proven Wellness Coordinator with a track record of enhancing workplace wellness at HealthRight 360 by integrating health promotion and healthcare team collaboration. Spearheaded innovative health screening coordination, leading to significant process improvements. Skilled in medical records management and known for exceptional program leadership, consistently achieving beyond set goals with a focus on behavior change.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Wellness Coordinator

HealthRight 360
06.2022 - Current
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns related to workplace wellness policies and practices.
  • Facilitated open communication channels within the organization regarding wellness goals and progress updates, maintaining transparency and accountability among all stakeholders involved in the process.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in health promotion, integrating innovative approaches into ongoing wellness programming.
  • Collect blood samples per doctor orders and prepare sendouts.

Laboratory Assistant

UCLA Harbor
12.2018 - 06.2022
  • Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
  • Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date laboratory records, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines and facilitating audits when necessary.

Blood Processing Research Technician

American Red Cross
09.2009 - 12.2018
  • Conducted comprehensive data analysis, enabling informed decision-making and process improvements.
  • Implemented quality control measures, reducing the occurrence of errors in experimental results.
  • Established safety protocols for handling biohazardous materials, minimizing risk for laboratory personnel.
  • Streamlined laboratory procedures for faster turnaround times, improving overall productivity.
  • Managed inventory of lab supplies ensuring availability while reducing waste.
  • Optimized blood sample preparation processes, increasing the reliability and accuracy of test results.

Phlebotomist

American Red Cross
06.2005 - 09.2009
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.

Education

Vocational - Licensed Vocational Nurse

Homestead Schools, Inc.
Torrance, CA
12-2021

GED -

Paramount Adult School
Paramount, CA
03-2018

Vocational - CPT

C&S Vocational School
Granada Hills
06-2005

Vocational - Medical Assistant

ICDC College
Los Angeles
06-2004

Skills

  • Medical records management
  • Health promotion
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Program leadership
  • Behavior change
  • Health screening coordination

Timeline

Wellness Coordinator

HealthRight 360
06.2022 - Current

Laboratory Assistant

UCLA Harbor
12.2018 - 06.2022

Blood Processing Research Technician

American Red Cross
09.2009 - 12.2018

Phlebotomist

American Red Cross
06.2005 - 09.2009

Vocational - Licensed Vocational Nurse

Homestead Schools, Inc.

GED -

Paramount Adult School

Vocational - CPT

C&S Vocational School

Vocational - Medical Assistant

ICDC College

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