Baraa Algburi
Beaverton
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Nationally Certified Phlebotomist (NPCN) with hands-on training in venipuncture, capillary collection, and specimen processing. HIPAA certified and a Qualified Healthcare Interpreter, offering extensive experience in clinical environments with a strong emphasis on patient safety and infection control compliance. Proven ability to deliver precise results in laboratory settings, skilled in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and maintaining lab equipment. Reliable team collaborator adept at adapting to evolving needs while ensuring high-quality outcomes and a commitment to achieving scientific goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory assistant
Iraq
Baghdad, Iraq
- Two years laboratory assistant- Baghdad/ Iraq
- Assisted in preparation and analysis of laboratory samples.
- Facilitated blood collection procedures to ensure patient care and safety.
Interpreter
Linguava
Portland, OR
04.2023 - Current
Interpreter
Oregon Certified Interpreter's Network INC
04.2023 - Current
Independent contractor healthcare interpreter (Arabic-English)
Passport to languages
Portland, Oregon
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted healthcare teams by providing medical interpretation services for three years. Collaborated with various agencies as an independent contractor to facilitate communication between Arabic and English speakers.
Licensed Medical Aesthetician
Baghdad/ Iraq
Iraq
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided personalized skincare consultations to assess client needs and recommend appropriate treatments.
- Administered facial injections utilizing Botox fillers, mesotherapy, and plasma techniques.
- Administered facial treatments, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion procedures with precision and care.
- Educated clients on skincare regimens to enhance treatment outcomes and promote long-term skin health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Portland State University
06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Aliraqia University
Iraq04-2021
Skills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Capillary blood collection
- Understanding order of draw
- Specimen labeling
- Infection control & OSHA compliance
- Preventing hemolysis & contamination
- Handling difficult draws & anxious patients
- Multilingual patient communication (Arabic/English)
Certification
- Northwest Phlebotomy School – Portland, OR Phlebotomy Training Program, Completed [February, 2026]
- National Phlebotomy Certification (NPCN) – Active
- HIPAA Certified
- Qualified Healthcare Interpreter- Arabic-HCI registry number, HCI000108653
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Interpreter
Linguava
04.2023 - Current
Interpreter
Oregon Certified Interpreter's Network INC
04.2023 - Current
Independent contractor healthcare interpreter (Arabic-English)
Passport to languages
11.2022 - Current
Licensed Medical Aesthetician
Baghdad/ Iraq
05.2021 - 05.2022
Laboratory assistant
Iraq
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Aliraqia University