Christina Marchiano
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Temple Health Episcopal Campus
01.2007 - Current
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Medical Assistant
South Philadelphia Family Medicine
08.2002 - 07.2007
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting And Office Management
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Specimen handling
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Temple Health Episcopal Campus
01.2007 - Current
Medical Assistant
South Philadelphia Family Medicine
08.2002 - 07.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting And Office Management
Community College of Philadelphia
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