Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Banyan Treatment Centers
Remote/At Home
05.2020 - Current
Responsible for making initial calls to families and offer support
Follow-up with families for a year
Facilitate a Family support group.
Strengthened family relationships through tailored interventions and conflict resolution strategies.
Improved communication within families by facilitating open discussions and teaching effective communication techniques.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for families in crisis situations.
Developed trusting relationships with families by building rapport, demonstrating empathy, and maintaining professional boundaries.
Regional Supervisor/Mobile Forensic Phlebotomist
American Foren
La Quinta
01.2015 - 03.2023
Responsible for forensic phlebotomy drug and alcohol specimen collection
Trained in taser dart removal from suspects
Responsible for collection evidence for potential sexual assault suspects
Conducts employee training and in-service to continued education and new employees
Responsible for creating the monthly calendar in multiple areas to ensure proper coverage for forensic phlebotomist
Partners with Law Enforcement agencies and provides in services to review contractual offerings and demonstrations of proper paperwork completion.
Enhanced employee productivity through regular training sessions and constructive feedback.
Phlebotomist
Michael's House
Palm Springs
08.2012 - 09.2019
Performs blood draws on patients ranging from simple to difficult draws
Responsible for collection and entering urine drug screens results for all 3 Michael's House locations
Trained in motivational interviewing to assist with calming and putting patients at ease during blood procedures
Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Phlebotomist
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage, CA
06.2000 - 02.2010
Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Education
High school diploma -
Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CA
06.1988
Skills
Vital Signs
Venipuncture
Laboratory Experience
Experience Administering Injections
Medical Office Experience
Triage
Medical Records
Motivational Interviewing
ICD-10
Phlebotomy
Crisis Intervention
Patient Care
Anatomy Knowledge
Hospital Experience
Certification
California Certified Phlebotomy, 07/01/21, 07/01/23, Calif Cert # 00013726