Angelica Chavez
Granger,WA
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive training in phlebotomy and patient interaction. Proven ability to perform venipunctures and manage specimen collections accurately. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Possesses excellent communication skills and compassionate approach to patient care.Professional with practical experience and readiness for healthcare role. Strong foundation in venipuncture, specimen handling, and patient interaction. Known for seamless team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Consistent focus on achieving accurate and timely results, ensuring high standards of care and reliability. Skilled in maintaining patient comfort and adhering to safety protocols. Highly skilled phlebotomist with 1 year of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level phlebotomy position. position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Student
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Contributed to a positive clinic environment by maintaining cleanliness and organization within the workspace.
- Optimized inventory management by monitoring supplies usage carefully and placing timely orders as needed to avoid shortages or delays in testing services.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills in collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes as needed to enhance overall patient care.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards regarding sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
- Conducted thorough equipment maintenance checks to guarantee reliable performance during specimen collection procedures.
- Achieved consistent success in obtaining high-quality blood samples with minimal discomfort or complications for patients.
- Increased test accuracy by carefully following established procedures for collecting, handling, and transporting specimens.
- Supported successful accreditation efforts by diligently adhering to regulatory requirements for phlebotomy practice within the facility.
- Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Facilitated effective communication between lab personnel and medical practitioners by providing detailed and accurate specimen information.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency with accurate labeling, processing, and storing of blood samples.
- Continuously updated knowledge of phlebotomy best practices through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- 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.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- 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.
- Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
- Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.\
- Performed 100 successful venipunctures and completed 100 hours of supervised clinical experience in a healthcare setting
Sorting Associate
Bakers Produce
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities provided by the company, enhancing overall skillsets and industry knowledge for continued growth.
- Reduced errors in the sorting process by conducting thorough quality checks and providing regular feedback to team members.
- Maintained organized workspaces, ensuring easy access to necessary tools and materials for efficient task completion.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in package handling, minimizing damage claims and improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or accuracy within the sorting process.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment by offering support and assistance to colleagues as needed, promoting high levels of morale and job satisfaction among sorting associates.
- Recorded and tracked items sorted to confirm accuracy.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
Student Volunteer
Secretary Assistant
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Displayed excellent time management skills while balancing academic responsibilities alongside demanding volunteer commitments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and demonstrating respect for all individuals involved in the project.
- Exemplified leadership qualities while coordinating group activities, delegating tasks effectively, and maintaining open lines of communication among team members.
Education
Phlebotomy
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06-2024
Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06-2026
High School Diploma -
Granger High School
Granger, WA05-2023
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Finger stick method
- Patient history documentation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA regulations
- Butterfly venipuncture
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Blood collection
- Communication
- Proper labeling
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Sample labeling
- Medical records handling
- Specimen collection and storage
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- On-site testing
- Quality control guidelines
- Specimen preparation
- Quality assurance
- Paperwork processing
- Venipuncture expertise
- HIPAA
- Health and safety
- Patient support
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Sample and specimen collection
- Venipuncture
- Skin puncture technique
- Blood collection equipment
- Blood specimen storage
- Sample handling
- Needlestick safety
- Patient identification
- Phlebotomy documentation
- Proper tourniquet application
- Specimen labeling
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient communication
- Venipuncture technique
- Order of draw
- Warehouse safety
- Product sorting
- Workflow management
- Package loading
- Teamwork
- Relationship building
- Mail handling
- Office organization
- Creativity and innovation
- FLUENT IN English and Spanish
- Recordkeeping and confidentiality
Certification
- Licensed Phlebotomist - June 2024
- Certified Medical Phlebotomist, Washington State Department of Health- June 2024
- Phlebotomy Training - January 2024- June 2024
- Certified CPR BLS, American Red Cross - June 2024
- Licensed Pharmacy Assistant License -February 2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sorting Associate
Bakers Produce
06.2024 - 07.2024
Phlebotomy Student
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2024
Student Volunteer
Secretary Assistant
08.2019 - 05.2023
Phlebotomy
Yakima Valley Community College
Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Granger High School
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