Blanca Essick
10908 Acorn Park Ct,FL
Summary
Bilingual phlebotomy technician, fluent in Spanish and English, with proven expertise in specimen preparation venipuncture and capillary puncture ensuring high-quality results. Recognized for ability to create a calming environment for patients during procedures. Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
San Diego, CA
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing: venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Traveled to over nursing facilities to collect blood.
Clerical Assistant Lab/Radiology Clerk
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
San Diego, CA
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Organized office records and maintained supplies to enhance team productivity.
- Documented and routed business correspondence, managing office paperwork effectively.
- Answered daily phone calls to direct inquiries, respond to customer questions, and schedule appointments.
- Utilized office software such as Excel and Word for efficient clerical support.
- Maintained detailed administrative processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
- Operated multi-line telephone system, routing calls to appropriate personnel.
Education
Phlebotomy
Family Health Services
San Diego, CA08.2015
GED -
EXCEL
Minnesota City, MN12.2012
Skills
- Patient identification
- Blood collection
- Capillary puncture
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Emergency response training
- Specimen handling
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement initiatives
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I) CDPH
Computer applications
- Excel,Word
Affiliations
Volunteer, Christian church Eleven 22 Jacksonville, FL
Reference
- Raymond Hernandez Sharp rees-stealy lab supervisor phone #(603)8007269 Melba Hill Sharp rees-stealy receptionist x-ray/lab work # (619)6446690
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
09.2014 - 08.2018
Clerical Assistant Lab/Radiology Clerk
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
09.2012 - 04.2014
Phlebotomy
Family Health Services
GED -
EXCEL