Anaiah McLaurin
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Phlebotomy Technician I with extensive experience at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, excelling in timely and accurate blood and specimen collection. Skilled in EKG monitoring and patient verification, I consistently deliver compassionate care while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills, California
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the development of new products or processes in the lab environment.
- Prepared samples for analysis by following standard laboratory procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning glassware and other lab equipment.
- Conducted quality control checks on products to ensure accuracy of results.
- Monitored environmental conditions within the laboratory to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Documented experimental procedures accurately in logbooks or electronic databases.
- Assisted in training new personnel on proper use of laboratory equipment or techniques.
- Compiled reports summarizing experimental results for review by senior staff members.
- Ordered supplies, obtained pricing and quotes, prepared purchase requests and maintained organized expenditure log.
- Performed diverse functions using computer-interfaced equipment, robotics and high-technology industrial applications.
- Monitored lab supplies and proactively replenished for convenience and availability.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Obtained blood specimens and collected non-blood specimens (urine, sputum, throat swabs) for laboratory testing
- Performed screening tests and reported results
- Processed specimens for laboratory testing
- Prepared specimens for reference laboratory dispatch
- Ensured proper labeling and documentation of specimens
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area
- Navigate epic scanning patients and verify patient in computer
- Communicated with physicians regarding any discrepancies or irregularities found in laboratory results.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Perform in outpatient and prenatal care
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Dr. Glenna Tolbert M.D Rehab and Wellness Center
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Prepared blood collecting equipment, drew and collected specimens, safely stored and transported samples
- Processed blood and other body fluids for further analysis by medical professionals
- Conducted urine collection (24-hour and routine) and stool collection for patients
- Plated cultures and prepared slides for staining in the microbiology section of the laboratory
- Demonstrated genuine compassion for all my patients and coworkers while seeing 40-100 patients per day
Education
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
Valencia, CA05-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CASkills
- EKG interpretations and monitoring
- Medical sample collecting
- CPR
- Blood collection and handling safety
- Blood specimen storage
- Reviewing medical records
- Timely & accurate collection of urine and blood samples
- Venipuncture & capillary puncture
- Specimen processing
- Patient verification
- EPIC charting
- Customer service
Certification
- CPT Certified, CPT-02274547
- BLS Certified, 06/01/26
Personal Information
Title: Phlebotomist
Timeline
Lab Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Kaiser Permanente
03.2025 - Current
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2025
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Dr. Glenna Tolbert M.D Rehab and Wellness Center
07.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
College of The Canyons
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