Hi, I’m
Angelica Melendez
Dover,United States
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 20+ years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Morristown Medical CenterMorristown, NJ
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
01.2011 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Responsible for taking blood samples from a patient ,label sample correctly and send o deliver them for testing, help with blood transfusion when needed ,infection control.
- Also went to doctor's offices to register , collect specimens and verify quality of specimens for logistics courier to pick up.
- Travel to different community events ,mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols since I used to be the charge/Lead phlebotomist of the night shift at the hospital .
Saint Clare's HospitalDover, NJ
Mobile Phlebotomist
2007 - 2009 (2 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Travel to patient's homes ,nursing homes, and rehabilitations centers to draw blood samples and transport specimens to the laboratory.
- Prepare and maintain the sterilization of all equipment .
Kessler Rehabilitation CenterChester, NJ
Phlebotomy Technician/Rehabilitation Technician/EKG Technician
2001 - 2007 (6 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Verify patient identification explain the procedures,obtain blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks following dept procedures.
- Teaching patients how to use equipment ,leading exercises, giving self-care instructions and monitoring progress.
- Performing cardiovascular test on patients.
- Working alongside doctors and nurses.
- Ensuring the safety and comfort of patients.
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityTeaneck, NJ
Some College (No Degree)
2018
Morris County School of TechnologyDenville, NJ
from EKG Technology
2005
Morris County School of TechnologyDenville, NJ
from Phlebotomy Technician and laboratory Assistant
2001
Liceo Los AlcazaresBogota - Colombia
High School Diploma
11.1995
Skills
- Team work and collaboration
- Professionalism and strong work ethic
- Customer Service
- Willingness to Learn
Certification
- ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) PBT
- Feb 19, 2019
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Morristown Medical Center
01.2011 - 09.2021
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Some College (No Degree)
Morris County School of Technology
from EKG Technology
Morris County School of Technology
from Phlebotomy Technician and laboratory Assistant
Liceo Los Alcazares
High School Diploma
Mobile Phlebotomist
Saint Clare's Hospital
2007 - 2009 (2 education.years_Label)
Phlebotomy Technician/Rehabilitation Technician/EKG Technician
Kessler Rehabilitation Center
2001 - 2007 (6 education.years_Label)