Carissa Jacobo
Vacaville,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Tech
Animal Blood Resources
08.2017 - Current
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
- Sealed, packed, labeled and affixed postage on packages to prepare materials for shipping, utilizing postage meters and sealing tools.
- Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Scheduled pickups and deliveries to maintain smooth operations.
- Recorded shipment data such as weight and discrepancies using UPS/FEDEX.
Home Health Aide
Charles Barnes
08.2013 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- provided transportation to and from hospital for doctors appointments
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Medical Technician
David Grant Medical CenterTravis Air Force Base
01.2006 - 05.2012
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- scheduling patients appointments, lab reminders, while working one on one with a Physician or call center
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Assisted with minor procedures IUD removals and insertions , vasectomy ,toe nail removal ,mole biopsy,mole removal
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
- Automated document flow by ensuring logbooks and fire, accident, and emergency reports were maintained with 100% accuracy.
- Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
- Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
- Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
Education
General Studies
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Vacaville High School
Vacaville, CA06.2002
Skills
- Disposal Procedures
- Inventory Control
- Critical Thinking Proficiency
- Documentation Management
- Attention to Detail
- Clinical Lab Settings
- Responding to Emergencies
- Collect Samples
- Train Employees
- Geriatrics
- Alzheimer and dementia
- Wound Care
- Inpatient Care
- Medication Assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Health Insurance Verification
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Quality Patient Care
- Calm Under Stress
Timeline
Lab Tech
Animal Blood Resources
08.2017 - Current
Home Health Aide
Charles Barnes
08.2013 - 05.2023
Medical Technician
David Grant Medical CenterTravis Air Force Base
01.2006 - 05.2012
General Studies
Solano Community College
High School Diploma -
Vacaville High School
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