Jeniffer Sanchez
Burbank,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Effective Student committed to learning, developing skills in Public Health Edcuator and team contribution. Self-directed and energetic with superior performance in both autonomous or collaborative environments working independently and collaborating with others on group projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Veterans Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by properly labeling and processing collected specimens for testing.
- Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Kept work area clean and organized, adhering to strict standards for sanitation and infection prevention.
- Increased patient comfort during blood draws by utilizing effective communication skills and gentle techniques.
- Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
COVID-19 Tester
LAUSD
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
- Provided emotional support to anxious patients awaiting test results, fostering a compassionate environment during an uncertain time.
- Improved patient experience by providing clear instructions on self-administered tests, ensuring accurate results with minimal discomfort.
- Increased safety measures by adhering to stringent sanitation protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment during COVID-19 testing.
- Contributed to public health research by collecting demographic data from patients during the testing process, aiding in identifying trends and potential outbreaks.
Specimen Processing Specialist
Perkin Elmer
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials and specimens.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining specimen processing procedures and implementing best practices.
- Contributed to the achievement of departmental goals by consistently meeting or exceeding established benchmarks for productivity, accuracy, and timeliness in specimen processing tasks.
- Safeguarded data integrity through diligent record management, including electronic filing and tracking systems.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing sample preparation and handling processes.
Phlebotomist Technician 1
Los Angeles County
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Minimized patient discomfort during blood draws by utilizing proper tourniquet application, needle selection, and insertion techniques.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Achieved successful venipunctures even in challenging situations such as pediatric or geriatric patients with difficult veins.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family Consumer Sciences Apparel Design
California State University- Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2012
High School Diploma -
Palisades Charter High School
Pacific Palisades, CA06.2007
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Adaptive Learning
- Relationship Building
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Public Health Procedures
- Public Health Research
- Positive Attitude
- Punctual and Reliable
- Fast Learner
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Veterans Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2022
COVID-19 Tester
LAUSD
03.2022 - 06.2022
Specimen Processing Specialist
Perkin Elmer
10.2020 - 07.2021
Phlebotomist Technician 1
Los Angeles County
04.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Family Consumer Sciences Apparel Design
California State University- Northridge
High School Diploma -
Palisades Charter High School