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Edna Ruby Barajas

Brawley,CA

Summary

Compassionate Phlebotomist excelling in maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specializes in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient communication to ensure comfort and clarity during procedures. Demonstrates exceptional skills in time management, adaptability, and empathy that enhance the patient experience and streamline laboratory operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist

Clinicas De Salud Del Pueblo
Brawley, CA
09.2015 - 02.2023
  • Collection of medical and chain of custody drug screens.
  • Collection of throat swabs, nasal swabs, nasopharyngeal swabs, urine samples, blood samples, Covid samples, cultures, and more
  • Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
  • Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
  • Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
El Centro, CA
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
  • Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
12-2023

Skills

  • Paperwork Processing
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture
  • Blood collection
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Specimen handling
  • Patient support
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA

Certification

  • Phlebotomy License Certificate

CPT-00056272

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Clinicas De Salud Del Pueblo
09.2015 - 02.2023

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
06.2015 - 09.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

Imperial Valley College
  • Phlebotomy License Certificate

CPT-00056272

Edna Ruby Barajas