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Angel Parra

Phoenix,AZ

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Donor SpecialistMedical Health TechnicianPhlebotomist TechnicianMedical Billing Specialist

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid sick leave

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in donor management and training. Recognized for reliability and strong teamwork skills, contributing to successful blood drives and community outreach initiatives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Donor Specialist

Vitalant
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021 - 12.2025
  • Managed donor recruitment initiatives to enhance blood donation rates and community engagement.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance with safety protocols during donation processes.
  • Implemented training programs for new staff, improving operational efficiency and donor interaction skills.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations to facilitate blood drives and awareness campaigns.
  • Screened potential donors for eligibility, ensuring safe and compliant donation procedures.
  • Facilitated efficient donor processing by managing appointment scheduling and maintaining accurate records.
  • Educated potential donors on the requirements, benefits, and process of donating blood or plasma products during outreach events.

Medical Health Technician

Phoenix Indian Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques to ensure specimen integrity
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance with health regulations
  • Trained and mentored new phlebotomists on best practices and safety protocols
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in sample collection workflows
  • Conducted quality control checks on equipment to ensure optimal functioning and reliability
  • Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Phlebotomist Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories
Phoenix, AZ
05.2010 - 05.2020
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and manage scheduling
  • Developed training materials for staff education on blood collection procedures and safety measures
  • Streamlined communication between departments to reduce wait times and improve patient satisfaction
  • Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
  • Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
  • Minimized patient discomfort during blood draws by utilizing proper tourniquet application, needle selection, and insertion techniques.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols. See
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Assisted in training new phlebotomists, sharing expertise on proper technique and safety protocols.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.

Education

Certificate of Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing Coding

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2026

Associate of Science - Biology

Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ
12-1996

Skills

  • Donor recognition
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication

Timeline

Donor Specialist

Vitalant
05.2021 - 12.2025

Medical Health Technician

Phoenix Indian Medical Center
07.2020 - 04.2021

Phlebotomist Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories
05.2010 - 05.2020

Certificate of Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Billing Coding

Arizona State University

Associate of Science - Biology

Glendale Community College

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