Fatima Carrillo Garcia
Chicago,IL
Summary
- Dedicated phlebotomist skilled in blood sample collection and patient interaction. Proven ability to ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and quality control measures, enhancing laboratory accuracy and patient satisfaction.
- Compassionate and meticulous phlebotomist with strong skills in specimen handling and infection control. Experienced in diverse patient demographics, ensuring safe and effective blood collection while fostering positive patient relationships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
152 W. Lincoln Highway Chicago Heights, IL 60411
03.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples following established safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensured accurate patient identification prior to sample collection.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance efficiency.
- Processed lab requisitions and labeled specimens accurately for analysis.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 02.2026
- My role as a phlebotomist in Quest Diagnostics was primarily to draw blood samples from patients, follow established
procedures, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing. This included verifying patient identity, collecting blood samples
accurately, and properly labeling them for analysis. - Work collaboratively with patients, healthcare providers, and patient support departments to ensure a high quality of service.
- Identified the best method for drawing blood, selected gauge needles, prepared veins, and drew blood from patients through
venipuncture and micro-collection. - Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Sanitized and organized phlebotomy stations in compliance with OSHA guidelines. - Implement diagnostic protocols while maintaining quality standards and accuracy. Demonstrate strong attention to detail in
specimen handling and data analysis. - Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Phlebotomist
Midwest Medical DX
Lombard, IL
11.2022 - 2024
- Obtain blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Prepare blood-collecting equipment, draw blood, and safely store and transport samples.
- Work collaboratively with patients, healthcare providers, and patient support departments to ensure a high quality of service.
perform successful blood draws while minimizing their patients' risk of injury or infection.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL2022
High School Diploma -
Epic Academy
Chicago, IL09-2017
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- HIPAA
- Blood culture collection
- Infection control
- Quality control
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Finger stick method
- CPR/AED
- Glucose screening
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
03.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
05.2024 - 02.2026
Phlebotomist
Midwest Medical DX
11.2022 - 2024
High School Diploma -
Chicago State University
High School Diploma -
Epic Academy