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Guillermo Dunstan-Diaz

Summary

Highly skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist with 16 years of experience in clinical, hospital, and urgent care settings. Proven expertise in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient care in high-pressure environments. Adept at training and mentoring new phlebotomists and students as a Phlebotomy instructor. Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, patient comfort, and safety. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomy Instructor

Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification
08.2024 - Current

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  • Coached students on individual level with patience and positive reinforcement.
  • Teach theoretical and practical components of phlebotomy, preparing students for certification exams.
  • Deliver hands-on training to students in performing venipunctures, capillary blood draws, specimen labeling, and patient care techniques.
  • Ensure students adhere to safety and hygiene protocols and provide feedback to help improve their skills.
  • Monitor and evaluate students' progress through assessments, and practical demonstrations.
  • Making sure classroom had full stock of supplies by ordering supply's, taking inventory, restocking.

Phlebotomy Technician

Family Health Centers of San Diego/ Urgent Care
07.2019 - 07.2024
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
  • Perform venipunctures, skin punctures, and specimen collection for lab analysis in a busy clinical setting.
  • Manage the proper labeling, processing, and transportation of specimens to the lab.
  • Interact with patients to explain procedures, ensure comfort, and answer any questions.
  • Handle high-volume specimen collection, including blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for testing.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment and adhere to OSHA and TJC control protocols.

Phlebotomy Technician/Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Sharp Grossmont Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2017
  • Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
  • Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with both colleagues and patients.
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a comfortable experience for all individuals encountered during blood draws.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures in microbiology.

Education

Phlebotomy

U.S. Colleges
San Diego, CA
03-2009

Skills

  • Venipuncture and Capillary Blood Collection
  • Patient Care and Comfort
  • Specimen Processing and Handling
  • Clinical Laboratory Knowledge
  • Infection Control and Safety Protocols
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Teaching and Mentorship
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Time Management and Efficiency
  • Attention to Detail
  • Record Keeping and Documentation

Certification

  • Licensed Phlebotomist - CA Department of Health Services.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • CA Driver's License

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Phlebotomy Instructor

Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification
08.2024 - Current

Phlebotomy Technician

Family Health Centers of San Diego/ Urgent Care
07.2019 - 07.2024

Phlebotomy Technician/Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Sharp Grossmont Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2017

Phlebotomy

U.S. Colleges
Guillermo Dunstan-Diaz