Charles Page
West Hollywood,CA
Summary
Dedicated Phlebotomy Technician with proven expertise at 8920 Medical Associates in venipuncture and patient care. Recognized for maintaining high standards of patient confidentiality and achieving optimal blood sample quality. Skilled in specimen labeling and fostering effective communication among healthcare teams, ensuring efficient laboratory operations and patient safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician/Lab Assistant
8920 Medical Associates
09.2018 - 03.2023
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in identifying patients and matching them with their corresponding lab orders.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
- Supported laboratory operations by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas for optimal efficiency.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Phlebotomy/Student Trainee
Torrance Memorial Medical Center Outpatient Lab
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency with accurate labeling, processing, and storing of blood samples.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Facilitated effective communication between lab personnel and medical practitioners by providing detailed and accurate specimen information.
- Achieved consistent success in obtaining high-quality blood samples with minimal discomfort or complications for patients.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Nova Institute of Medicine
Los Angeles, CA12-1996
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Patient preparation
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Blood collection techniques
Certification
- Licensed Phlebotomy Technician
- Student Training
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician/Lab Assistant
8920 Medical Associates
09.2018 - 03.2023
Phlebotomy/Student Trainee
Torrance Memorial Medical Center Outpatient Lab
09.2014 - 08.2018
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Nova Institute of Medicine
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