Christina Pina
Rosamond,CA
Summary
Dynamic phlebotomist with expertise in venipuncture and patient care, honed at Quest Diagnostics. Proven ability to enhance specimen collection efficiency while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Recognized for effective communication and training new staff, contributing to a collaborative laboratory environment and improved patient turnaround times.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample tracking in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on procedures and protocols for specimen collection and handling.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of workstations to meet health and safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with patients to explain procedures, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding.
- Collaborated with laboratory teams to optimize workflow and improve patient turnaround times.
Correctional Officer
California State Department of Corrections
04.2019 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential hazards and maintain order within the facility.
- Monitored inmate behavior and reported any suspicious activities or violations promptly.
- Assisted during emergency situations by applying effective de-escalation techniques.
- Enforced facility regulations to ensure safety and security of inmates and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Watertown High School
Watertown, NY06.1998
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- HIPAA
- Patient support
- Blood culture collection
- Capillary puncture
- Data entry
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Quality control
- Paperwork processing
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Recording data
- Patient preparation
- Syringe method
- Quality control guidelines
- Sample storage
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Skin puncture
- Medical records management
- Hemoglobin testing
- Health education
- Medical office administration
- Diagnostic testing
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Medical terminology
- Patient assessment
- Sample labeling
- On-site testing
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Laboratory procedures understanding
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Blood collection
- Proper labeling
- Specimen collection
- Butterfly venipuncture
- Phlebotomy technician (PT)
- Excellent communication
- Finger stick method
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California State Department of Corrections
04.2019 - Current
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
High School Diploma -
Watertown High School