Anai Valdes Arellano
Ventura,CA
Summary
Versatile Phlebotomy Instructor with a track record of enhancing student career readiness at Phlebotomy Training Specialists . Excelled in developing curriculum and hands-on clinical instruction, leveraging blood collection techniques and public speaking skills. Achieved significant improvements in student performance and program quality assurance, demonstrating unparalleled professionalism and reliability in healthcare education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Instructor
Phlebotomy Training Specialists of Utah
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date California Phlebotomy Technician certification to sustain program relevance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated visual aids, interactive exercises, and group discussions to reinforce learning objectives.
- Kept up-to-date with journals and publications to maintain awareness of trends in field and provide robust lesson content.
- Consulted with management about students in danger of not passing classes and about top students.
- Trained students in industry-leading sanitation and hygiene protocol to improve career readiness.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, and performance to ensure accurate documentation and adherence to program requirements.
- Devised plans to support personal growth and improvement for sustained success both within and after program.
- Taught hands-on and didactic portions of lab-based courses in adherence with IEC standards for curriculum development.
Laboratory Assistant
University Of California, Santa Barbara
09.2018 - 03.2023
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
- Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Behavior Technician
Inspira Health
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Phlebotomist
Community Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - 04.2021
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Conducted venipuncture,cultures,and swabs
Phlebotomist
Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Patient data entry
Education
Associate of Arts - Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate of Arts - Social And Behavior Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CABachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
California State University of Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA01-2026
High School Diploma -
Oxnard High School
Oxnard, CA06-2014
Skills
- Blood collection techniques
- Butterfly needle technique
- Blood culture collection
- Order of draw mastery
- Bilingual
- Public Speaking
- Professionalism
- Team building
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Developing curriculum
- Safety control
- Maintaining quality assurance standards
- Hands-on clinical instruction
- Healthcare staff relations
- Quality assurance maintenance
- Assessment skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomy Instructor
Phlebotomy Training Specialists of Utah
05.2022 - Current
Behavior Technician
Inspira Health
04.2022 - 01.2023
Phlebotomist
Community Memorial Hospital
12.2018 - 04.2021
Laboratory Assistant
University Of California, Santa Barbara
09.2018 - 03.2023
Phlebotomist
Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories
08.2017 - 09.2018
Associate of Arts - Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Ventura College
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavior Sciences
Ventura College
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
California State University of Channel Islands
High School Diploma -
Oxnard High School
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