Anahit Sargsyan
6422 Goodland Avenue, North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Accomplished Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at UCLA/DaVita, enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional care and efficient vital signs monitoring. Skilled in phlebotomy techniques and critical thinking, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments, evidenced by my role in training new technicians and improving care delivery standards. Fluent in English and Armenian, my communication skills ensure high-quality patient education and support. I am a licensed Phlebotomist, with strong knowledge in accurately performing venipunctures. I can apply proven knowledge and skills to successfully fill the role at your organization. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your organization achieve its goals and values. Seeking a career advancement opportunity to strengthen my skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, blood glucose checks, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Phlebotomy Instructor Assistant
Los Angeles Career College
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Instructed Phlebotomy subjects through effective learning styles and activities.
- Provided effective classroom instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter.
- Provided oral and written feedback to students as needed.
- Taught students the basic knowledge of Phlebotomy with technical skills and hands-on training.
- Utilized a variety of communication methods to promote higher student retention
- Increased student success rates by providing personalized feedback and guidance during skill assessments.
- Gathered and reported attendance records according to school and program protocols.
- Trained students in industry-leading sanitation and hygiene protocol to improve career readiness.
- Taught vein selection and blood extraction protocol in real-time with demonstration materials and in clinical settings.
Volunteer
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Assisted hospital staff with specimen transportation to Pathology Developed strong communication skills to convey messages to personnel by phone, email or text.
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Adhered to policies and procedures to promote the hospital mission and values
Education
No Degree - Prerequisites To Transfer
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CAHigh School Diploma -
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High School
Van Nuys, CA06.2020
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Education
- Business Level Speaking, Reading & Writing in English, Armenian
- Venipuncture & Order of Draw Blood Specimen Storage
- Quality Assurance & Controls BLS Certification
- Applications Knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Sheets) Reliability
- Critical thinker
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
01.2023 - 06.2024
Phlebotomy Instructor Assistant
Los Angeles Career College
08.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2019
No Degree - Prerequisites To Transfer
Los Angeles Valley College
High School Diploma -
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High School