Diligent Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant with comprehensive background in laboratory settings. Proven ability in conducting venipunctures and handling various specimen collections while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining accurate records and utilizing laboratory equipment effectively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant 1
Northern Arizona Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
Provided excellent customer service with effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and hospital staff.
Increased accuracy of test results by carefully following established procedures for specimen collection and handling.
Improved patient comfort by utilizing a gentle, empathetic approach during blood draw procedures.
Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
Maintained patient confidentiality by diligently following HIPAA regulations and ensuring that sensitive information was protected at all times.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to strict sanitation protocols.
Upheld rigorous standards for infection control, ensuring the safety of both patients and colleagues through consistent adherence to protective measures like glove use and hand hygiene practices.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by providing clear explanations of the phlebotomy process and addressing any concerns or questions proactively.
Customer Service Advocate
Gusto
01.2022 - 08.2022
Evaluated trends and recommended enhancements to customer service policies, boosting team performance and customer satisfaction scores
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times
Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints
Offered payroll and benefits knowledge to assist team members in offering each customer top-notch support
Offered internal and external customers first-rate customer service to maximize satisfaction and business success
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information
Collections Representative
Realtor.com
05.2020 - 11.2021
Reviewed collection reports to determine status of collections and amounts of outstanding balances
Counseled debtors on payment options and arranged installment agreements
Monitored accounts for compliance with established payment plans and flagged non-compliances
Negotiated to collect balance in full
Processed payments and contracts on accounts
Resolved challenging situations with friendly but firm strategies
Recorded all information regarding financial status of customers
Achieved performance goals on consistent basis
Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group
Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls
Customer Care Representative
Realtor.com
03.2020 - 05.2020
Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales
Managed supplier deliveries around client needs to increase client retention
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction
Built long-term, loyal customer relations by providing top-notch service and detailed order, account and service information
Logged call information and solutions provided into internal database
Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving
Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders
Coordinated timely responses to online customer communication and researched complex issues
Navigated multiple computer systems and applications to find information
Customer Service Representative
Paychex Inc
07.2018 - 02.2020
Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records
Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing
Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email and in-person interactions
Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
Medical Assistant Intern
NextCare Urgent Care
07.2013 - 11.2013
Performed patient intake, patient care, and patient discharge
Administered necessary specimen collection
Performed blood draws and administered IV's with doctor supervision
Education
Certificate of Medical Assisting - Medical Assisting
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