Medical Technician

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly motivated, multi-tasking, hardworking Phlebotomist with experience, performing venipunctures and outstanding patient care. Experienced with plasmapheresis skillset, excellent communication skills, empathetic bedside manners and delivers compassionate care to diverse populations.

SKILLS

Patient Identification

Electronic Data Entry

Insurance Verification

Telephone Etiquette

Medical Histories

Charting & Filing

Excellent Patient Care

Human Anatomy & Physiology

Vital Signs

Able to instruct procedures

Emergency Procedures

Venipuncture Procedure

Vacutainer System

Butterfly Technique

Capillary Procedures

Blood Composition

Centrifuge & Specimen Aliqouting

Urinalysis

Mobile Phlebotomy

Plasmapheresis

1,000+ Blood Draws

Universal Infection Control

Specimen Labeling

OSHA Guidelines

HIPAA Guidelines

Medical Terminology

CPR/First Aid Certified

EXPERIENCE

Octapharma Plasma ~ San Diego, CA

Phlebotomy Technician July 2012 – September 2015

Responsible for efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the plasmapheresis procedure and following standard operating procedures.

Educates new donors on the use of products made from donated plasma.

Explains the process, test, the appointment system, fees, policies, proper nutrition, and other information pertinent to the donor.

Evaluates vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems and ensure patient safety; quality product.

Prepare, Calibrate, and Troubleshoot equipment.

Work as a team; provide guidance and technical training about processes and procedures to other staff. Alert supervisor of any donor flow issues.

Closing shift group leader.

Diagnostic Laboratories Inc. ~ San Diego, CA

Mobile Phlebotomy Technician 07/2006-06/2007 & 07/2010-02/2013

Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; communicating any discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.

Responsible for effective and efficient collection of specimens, monitors glucose levels, observe vital signs and report any issues to the attention of unit personnel.

Maintain specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures: observing isolation procedures. Ensuring quality delivery of specimen/product to laboratory.

Reflect a positive and professional perception to every aspect of communication by working as a team member.

Kindred Hospital ~ San Diego, CA

Dietary Aid, per diem 10/2010-01/2011

Perform designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department and is accountable to the Dietary Manager.

EDUCATION

Family Health Services ~ San Diego, CA 2006 & 2010

Phlebotomy Technician: Two successful completion of comprehensive hands-on training program in Phlebotomy procedures.

ITT Technical Institute~ San Diego, CA 2007-2008

Drafting and Design: Completion of Training. Decided that the Clinical Aspects of the Medical work field is a more adequate career choice for myself.

Samuel F.B. Morse High School ~ San Diego, CA

CERTIFICATIONS

CPR/BLS 2011

NCCT CERT 2010

LICENSE CPT #48149

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