Sarah Alcala
Rancho Cucamonga, CA ***** – 909-***-**** – ********@*****.***
Phlebotomist
Great work ethic: dependable, responsible, reliable, and punctual.
Detailed-oriented, organized, vigilant and accurate working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
An articulate communicator; skilled in quickly engaging team members and audiences, establishing rapport and developing strong relationships.
Critical thinker and skilled problem solver. Adept at managing multiple priorities. Great accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-motivated to work independently and equally effective as a team player.
Skill Highlights
Phelbotomy
Vacutainer
Over 2000 +successful vein punctures
Skin Puncture
Blood Composition
Venipuncture Procedures
Centrifuge
Finger/Heel Sticks
Urinalysis
Capillary Punctures
Specimen Labeling
Specimen Transport
Medical Terminology
Patient Identification
Sendouts
Aliquot
Excellent Bedside Manner
Data Entry
EMR
CPR/AED & BLS Certification
Covid-19 Testing
Nasal Swab
Covid Abbott Machine
Trauma 2
Knowledge of Cerner Program
Education & Training
Phlebotomy Technician 1, U.S. Colleges of Health –Montclair, CA 2018
CPT# 02010005, NHA Cert #T4X6W9D9
Cosmetology Marinello School of Beauty –West Covina, CA 1994-1995
Diploma, Azusa High School–Azusa, CA 1993
Professional Experience
USC Keck Medical Center-05/2023-Current
Laboratory Assistant
Responsiblefor procuring blood samples from paitents, perserving specimen for proper transporting, processing and preprertions of all samples
Assistance clerical functions such as answering telephones, inquires from other departments of the facility
Communicating with referral laboratories utilized by the department
St Bernadine Medical Center So Cailfornia-12/2021-05/2023
Prepared and Organized Patient specimens for testing.
Use Laboratory Information System and perform data entry of Patient detail testing orders.
Carefully follow all safety procedures during Phlebotomy work.
Order and maintained all Inventory level of all Phlebotomy supplies and equipment.
Veni Express Mobile Service So California 01/2021-12/2021
Performed veinpunctures And skin puntures to obtain blood sample for laboratory testing.
Obtain label and store all patients specimens in a safe manner.
Drove around to numerous nursing facilities and Patients Home spinning tubes down, indulging in customer service.
Deliver specimens out to labs as directed Daily.
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center- So Cal 10/2020-01/2021
Worked Emergency Covid Triage and performed vein punctures
Delievered blood samples to various departments as required
Utilized standard procedures for the maintenance of positive paitents
Communicted with paitents and staff to provide information regarding the status of orders
Built trust and minimize paitent discomfort during phelbotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood specimens
Mobile Wellness Team/Health Screener: Interactive Health, So Cal 9/2018-06/2020
Perform biometric screening at client sites including blood collection, BMI, Blood Pressure and other health screening services based on service package
Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples and completes required quality control.
Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.
Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records.
Mobile Phlebotomist/Health Screener: Quest Diagnostic -Ca 3/2018-2/2020
Interview patients and obtain medical information, weight, height and vital signs.
Screen for cholesterol and glucose levels using standard finger stick protocols.
Collect blood samples from patients, process and label for transport.
Fill and maintain proper billing and insurance information. Follow all HIPAA/OSHA guidelines.
References avalible upon request
Sarah Alcala