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Aurora Martinez

Schaumburg,IL

Summary

Driven phlebotomist with proven expertise in venipuncture and patient care honed at LabCorp. Excelled in enhancing patient experience and specimen handling accuracy, achieving high levels of trust and efficiency. Skilled in both technical and interpersonal aspects, including HIPAA compliance and customer service, contributing to a collaborative and results-driven team environment. Dependable [Job Title] 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Externship in Phlebotomist

LabCorp
Arlington Heights, IL
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • 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.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
  • Participated in cross-training initiatives, bolstering the overall skill set of the team and promoting a collaborative work environment.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.

Education

Phlebotomy

Chicago School of Phlebotomy
Naperville, IL
02.2024

GED -

Illinois Community Collage
Chicago, IL
09.2009

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Order of draw
  • Patient Care
  • Specimen handling
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Butterfly needle technique
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Recording data
  • Patient preparation
  • Syringe method
  • Sample storage
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient support

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Externship in Phlebotomist

LabCorp
02.2024 - 03.2024

Phlebotomy

Chicago School of Phlebotomy

GED -

Illinois Community Collage
Aurora Martinez