Catherine Vahle
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated medical professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Looking to find employment with a values driven company for long term employment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lab Assistant II
Banner University Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance to the lead technicians in various tasks such as sample preparation and analysis.
- Processed patient samples for testing.
- Entered patient data into computer systems accurately and securely.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood samples for laboratory testing.
- Processed specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, freezing and packing as required.
- Prepared specimens for send out to referral laboratories.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Ideal Option
Eugene, OR
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted providers with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the provider.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Medical Assistant/Lead Phlebotomist
Peak Medical Clinic
Eugene, OR
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted providers with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated training programs to ensure staff are meeting the standards of quality and safety in patient care, phlebotomy, and IV skills.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the provider.
- Provided assistance to providers in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures.
- Centrifuged blood specimens and aliquoting, preparing them for analysis or send out testing.
- Initiated and monitored nutrient IV's.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
Biometric Screener/Lead Phlebotomist
US Wellness, Wellness 2000, Aduro
Eugene, OR
02.2012 - 02.2018
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results to review with and counsel patients.
- Operated biometric screening equipment to capture and store data.
- Performed finger scans, height and weight measurements, blood pressure readings, and body mass index assessments.
- Provided educational materials regarding health risks associated with certain behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of all biometric screening activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals on research projects related to biometric screenings.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Psychology
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06.2014
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Technology
Emergency Training Services, Inc.
Santa Cruz, CA03.1998
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Flow Management
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Medical Procedures
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Direct Patient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- IV Initiation, Monitoring and Discontinuation for IV nutrient therapy
Accomplishments
- Paricipated in the Television Show "Paramedics; Down and out in San Jose" which aired in 2001 in the San Francisco Bay Area with three level one trauma centers.
Timeline
Clinical Lab Assistant II
Banner University Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Ideal Option
04.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant/Lead Phlebotomist
Peak Medical Clinic
02.2018 - 02.2021
Biometric Screener/Lead Phlebotomist
US Wellness, Wellness 2000, Aduro
02.2012 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Psychology
Southern Oregon University
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Technology
Emergency Training Services, Inc.
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