LUIS MARES
Norwalk, CA ***** 562-***-**** *********@*******.***
PHLEBOTOMIST SPECIMEN PROCESSING LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Resourceful and detailed oriented, skilled with problem solving and multitasking
Confident and concise communicator, works well under pressure
Natural ability to engage, establish rapport, and develop strong relationships
Computer proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Deliver quality customer service with the ability to meet or exceed client expectations.
Efficient and detail-oriented with superb time management skills.
Work well independently or as part of a cooperative team effort.
Highly organized and function effectively in positions requiring focus and resourcefulness.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills – Bilingual Spanish
Vacutainer system
Patient Identification
Butterfly Techniques
Skin Puncture Procedures
Blood Composition
Centrifuge
Finger/Heel Sticks
Venipuncture Procedure
Urinalysis
Specimen Labeling
Specimen Transport
Universal Infection Control
HIPAA/OSHA Guidelines
Medical Terminology
Charting/Filing
EDUCATION
Certified Phlebotomy Technician, U.S. Colleges of Health & Human Services, Anaheim, CA October 2016
General Education Credits, Cerritos Community College, Norwalk, CA July 2008 – May 2014 High School Diploma, John Glenn High School, Norwalk, CA June 2008
WORK HISTORY
Technician Assistant, VCA Rossmoor Animal Hospital, Los Alamitos, CA April 2013 – Present
Work in the treatment area to help technicians restrain pets for x-rays, blood draws, vaccinations, wound clean-up, etc. Also assist in the boarding facility of the hospital and make sure all the pets that are boarding are cleaned, walked, and fed at a certain time and monitor if any health issues are occurring.
Phlebotomy Externship, Kaiser Permanente, Redlands, CA October 2016
Collected 120 draws of blood specimens, by venipuncture, vaccutainer, capillary puncture, butterfly and fingerstick techniques, from a wide range of patients of all ages. Secured over 150 draws with an average of 30 to 40 blood specimens daily, and 10 during a busy hour. Processed and centrifuged blood, and prepared urine specimens for lab analysis and/or transport. Utilized computerized database to accurately verify patient identification and doctors’ orders. Stocked rooms with laboratory supplies, and maintained a safe and sterile work area.
Courtesy Clerk, Stater Brothers, Artesia, CA August 2009 – April 2013
Bagging groceries for customers made sure they are finding everything they are looking for in the store. Was promoted to General Merchandising Clerk and/or Stock Crew. Stocked merchandise in certain aisles during graveyard shift and as needed on other shifts.
CERTIFICATIONS
California Phlebotomy Technician 1 CPT License - #01008858
National Phlebotomy Technician 1 Certification