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Tina Wang

Walnut

Summary

Experienced Phlebotomist bringing many years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Technician

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2008 - Current
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from staff members regarding laboratory services.
  • Provided technical assistance when needed during diagnostic tests or treatments.
  • Provided instruction to patients regarding proper specimen collection techniques.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician II

Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
05.2007 - Current
  • Verified specimen integrity prior to collection and submission for laboratory analysis.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to other laboratories or facilities as needed.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures during each draw in order to ensure safety of both staff and patients.
  • Organized workflows within the laboratory setting in order to maximize efficiency.
  • Complied with HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
  • Efficiently managed time between multiple tasks throughout the day.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to phlebotomy practices.
  • Communicated with physicians regarding any discrepancies or irregularities found in laboratory results.
  • Utilized electronic medical records systems to document patient information.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control protocols.
  • Performed basic lab tests such as urinalysis, glucose monitoring, hematocrit levels.
  • Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.

Lab Assistant

Monterey Park Hospital
01.2004 - 04.2007
  • Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
  • Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.

Phlebotomy Technician

American Bio-Clinical Lab
10.1998 - 12.2003
  • Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as bio-hazardous waste or chemicals used in phlebotomy techniques.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
  • Prepared paperwork for laboratory orders, including appropriate coding.
  • Provided assistance to medical personnel when needed during emergency situations.
  • Performed venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
  • Stored collected specimens according to established protocols for transport to the laboratory.
  • Processed specimens to ensure accurate results.

Registered Nurse

Ti Yu Guan Hospital, China
10.1984 - 12.1992
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

Education

Certificate Home Health Care - Home Health Care

Citrus College
Glendora
05-2005

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nurse Assistnat

Mission Lodge Health Center
San Gabriel, CA
01-2005

Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy

Family Health Services Training Center
09-1998

Medical Assistant/Cardiac Technician /Phlebotomy/EKG - Medical Technician

Associated Technical College
Los Angeles, CA
02-1998

Skills

  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Specimen Processing
  • Lab equipment calibration
  • Patient Stabilization
  • Test result validity
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture
  • Blood collection
  • Data Entry
  • Donor screening
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient support
  • Quality Control
  • Medical Records Management
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • ADL support
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Care
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Nasogastric tube insertion
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient-focused care
  • Basic Life Support
  • ECG rhythm interpretation

Certification

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support
  • EKG
  • Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Home Health Aide
  • Phlebotomy Technician II

Timeline

Medical Technician

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2008 - Current

Certified Phlebotomy Technician II

Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
05.2007 - Current

Lab Assistant

Monterey Park Hospital
01.2004 - 04.2007

Phlebotomy Technician

American Bio-Clinical Lab
10.1998 - 12.2003

Registered Nurse

Ti Yu Guan Hospital, China
10.1984 - 12.1992

Certificate Home Health Care - Home Health Care

Citrus College

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nurse Assistnat

Mission Lodge Health Center

Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy

Family Health Services Training Center

Medical Assistant/Cardiac Technician /Phlebotomy/EKG - Medical Technician

Associated Technical College

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