EXPERIENCE
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMIST FLOAT, FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO
Traveled to all locations as necessary to help support clinic workflow and productivity. Prepared and obtained lab specimens including the following: urinalysis, pregnancy tests, Hemoglobin A1c, among others. Secured 50 to 60 blood specimens daily. Explained the process of drawing blood clearly to patients with a calm and client-centered approach. Documented and maintained logs for inventory and all waive tests result logs. Registered all specimens and stored them in the correct environment specific to each required temperature. Stocked rooms with laboratory supplies, and maintained a safe and sterile work area.
11/2014 – 03/2018
LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT/CPT FOR MMU, FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO Performed typical MA duties with patients on a medical mobile unit such as: took vital signs and documented into EHR systems; administered injections and oral medications, prepared and obtained lab specimens. Traveled to locations as necessary; integrated workflow and helped support clinic productivity. Knowledgeable in medical equipment; EKG, Nebulizer. Worked with all ages (PED’s, General Medicine, HIV, and HTX). Performed waive testing and phlebotomy.
08/2012 – 11/2014
MEDICAL ASSISTANT DOWNTOWN CLINIC, FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO Performed typical MA duties with patients at the clinical site in downtown San Diego: took vital signs and documented into EHR systems; administered injections and oral medications, prepared and obtained lab specimens. Knowledgeable in medical equipment; EKG, Nebulizer and Autoclave. Worked with all ages
(PED’s, General Medicine, HIV, and HTX).
02/2010 – 08/2012
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/CPT FLOAT, FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO Performed typical MA duties with patients at multiple clinical sites: took vital signs and documented into EHR systems; administered injections and oral medications, prepared and obtained lab specimens. Traveled to locations as necessary; integrated workflow and helped support clinic productivity. Knowledgeable in medical equipment; EKG, Nebulizer and Autoclave. Worked with all ages (PED’s, OB/GYN, General Medicine, HIV, Podiatry, and HTX) and regularly assisted with MA duties at The Night Clinic from 2011-2017 (a clinic devoted to HIV and STD testing for gay/bi/trans individuals in Hillcrest). Performed waive testing and phlebotomy.
07/2008 – 02/2010
CASE MANAGER/REFERRAL SPECIALIST, FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO Submitted all referral orders by providers to patients’ medical insurance. Approvals sent to patients as well as referring physicians.
06/2006 – 05/2008
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, E.C COMP CARE CENTER EL CAJON
Performed MA and Patient Service Representative duties such as: taking vitals and injections, stocked rooms EKG, Neb TX. Assisted Dr. in procedures. Verified insurance and answered phones. Scheduled appointments and filed charts.
PRIZMA MERCADO
5561 San Onofre Terrace, San Diego, CA 92114 · 619-***-**** *************@*****.***
I am a talented Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist looking to secure a position where my experience and recent training will aid in the growth and profitability of a well-established medical facility. EDUCATION
09/2015 – 07/2016
PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATE, U.S. COLLEGES OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES 08/2005 – 05/2006
MEDICAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM, MARIC COLLEGE
SKILLS
• Vaccutainer System
• Butterfly Techniques
• Skin Puncture Procedures
• Venipuncture Procedure
• HIPAA/OSHA Guidelines
• Blood Composition
• Centrifuge
• Finger/Heel Sticks
• Urinalysis
• Charting/Filing
CERTIFICATIONS
• CA Phlebotomy Technician 1 License
• CPR