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Anamiriam Camarena
Adelanto,CA
Summary
Proactive Phlebotomist, professional successful at utilizing strong interpersonal skills to present information to medical staff and patient's. Highly training and successful with more than 22 years of experience. Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 23 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Dependable phlebotomist effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 22-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 22-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 22-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need. Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals. Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 22 years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 22 years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Quest Diagnostics
Phlebotomist
02.2021 - 04.2023
Job overview
- 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.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- 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.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Participated in cross-training initiatives, bolstering the overall skill set of the team and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
- Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
- Assisted in the implementation of new electronic medical record systems for efficient patient tracking and accurate documentation.
- Played an integral role in managing inventory levels within the department, ordering necessary supplies while minimizing waste to maintain cost-effective operations.
- I continually sought opportunities for professional development by attending workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices in phlebotomy techniques.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
- Handled insurance verification tasks to validate patient insurance information.
Bodietest
Life Insurance Examiner
06.2003 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Specimen processing/Blood testing/microscopic analysis.
- Aliquoting /Pathology/ Universal precaution Lab proaction Phlebotomy: OBGYN, pediatrics. Elderly, in-patient, out-patient
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Used multiple electronic medical software, to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures.
- Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Efficiently performed insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Reviewed treatment sheets for consistency, completeness and accuracy.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Performed, validated and reported laboratory tests for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to maintain product accessibility and lower equipment cost.
- Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
- Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Completed basic physical assessments of patients to provide optimal care.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs on patients
- Preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Batch-scanned and indexed patient charts to improve data availability while maintaining security.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, and vital signs.
Kaiser Permanente
Phlebotomy Technician
03.2006 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Specimen processing/Blood testing/microscopic analysis.
- Glucose tolerance testing.
- Aliquoting /Pathology/ Universal precaution Lab Phlebotomy: OBGYN, pediatrics. Elderly, in-patient, out-patient
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
- Enforced infection control and sharp disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Used multiple electronic medical software, to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pick up.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures.
- Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Collaborated with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members to streamline patient care.
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Reviewed treatment sheets for consistency, completeness and accuracy.
- Performed, validated and reported laboratory tests for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Measured patient peak flows to improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to maintain product accessibility and lower equipment cost.
- Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
- Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
- Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
BodietestAnamiriamWoodglend Medical Group OBGYN Specialist
Medical Assistant/Certified Phlebotomist Technician
08.2003 - 02.2006
Job overview
- Audiogram and electrometer EKG /Glucose tolerance testing/ Pathology/ universal precaution Lab processing/ Specimen processing Blood testing
- Phlebotomy: OBGYN, pediatrics, Elderly
- Triage/Vitals/ injections/phlebotomy/ urinalysis.
- Glucose tolerance testing / prenatal care/ postpartum care
- Office Procedures/ hospital and outpatient care/ vitals /specimen processing ' Phones/File/ fax/Translating/ obtaining medical records
- Scheduling Ultrasound, x- rays, mammograms, Office appointments and Authorizations.
- Triage/Physicals/Lab work/ Urinalysis.
- Immunizations/Injections/Verifications of Worker's Compensation Insurance.
- Discharge paperwork/Filing/ translating.
- Collaborated with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members to streamline patient care.
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
- Efficiently performed insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Reviewed treatment sheets for consistency, completeness and accuracy.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Performed, validated and reported laboratory tests for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Measured patient peak flows to improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to maintain product accessibility and lower equipment cost.
- Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
- Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
- Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
- Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Completed basic physical assessments of patients to provide optimal care.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs.
Education
Northwest College Baldwin Park, CA
Vocational Program from Medical
5 2001
Skills
- Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy
- Organizational skills
- Data management
- PPE use
- Fluent in Spanish
- Flexible
- Multitasking
- Tracking specimens
- Medical records maintenance
- Biohazard waste disposal
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Quality control
- People skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Understands medical procedures
- Medical billing
- Medical terminology
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Lab equipment calibration
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Reliable transportation
- Lab equipment setup
- Diagnostic procedures
- Preparing specimens and samples
- Communicating with patient families
- Team management and supervision
- Patient-handling equipment
- Specimens collection and processing
- Graphing recordings on incubators and freezers
- First aid
- Venipuncture
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Communication abilities
- Patient support
- Blood culture collection
- Capillary puncture
- Specimen Preparation
- Infection Control
- Quality Control
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Recording data
- Patient preparation
- Syringe method
- Quality control guidelines
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Health Education
- Medical Testing
- Medical Records Review
- Diagnostic Testing
- Attention to Detail
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
- Sample Collection
- Team Leader
- Blood Culturing
- Staff Phlebotomy Training
- Glucose Screening
- Patient Monitoring
- Staff Collaboration
- Workload Management
- Relationship Building
- Appointment Scheduling
- Biohazard Policy Compliance
- Injection Administration
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Machine Calibration
- Complex Terminology Interpretation
- Certified Phlebotomy Instructor (CPI)
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomist
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
02.2021 - 04.2023
Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Permanente
03.2006 - 06.2018
Medical Assistant/Certified Phlebotomist Technician
BodietestAnamiriamWoodglend Medical Group OBGYN Specialist
08.2003 - 02.2006
Life Insurance Examiner
Bodietest
06.2003 - 03.2020
Northwest College
Vocational Program from Medical
- Certified Phlebotomist
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