Jennifer Apuada
Chatsworth,CA
Summary
Diligent phlebotomist with solid background in phlebotomy practices, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort. Skilled in venipuncture and plasma handling, contributing to efficient lab operations. Demonstrated ability to maintain sterile environments and effectively communicate with diverse patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Your Home Care, LLC
12.2023 - Current
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Managed laundry.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Phlebotomist
Octapharma Plasma Center
04.2019 - 08.2023
- Trained to be a plasma center phlebotomist at Octapharma.
- Performing accurate venipuncture to access a vein for plasma collection using a plasmapheresis machine.
- Setting up and operating the plasmapheresis machine, adjusting collection parameters as needed, and monitoring donor flow rate.
- Actively observing donors during the donation process, identifying and addressing any adverse reactions promptly.
- Following established protocols for maintaining the quality and safety of collected plasma, including proper handling and storage procedures, to minimize risk of infection.
- Providing clear instructions to donors regarding the donation process and answering any questions they may have.
- Accurately recording donor information, including vital signs, donation details, and any incidents in electronic medical records.
Medical Screener/Front Desk Receptionist
Octapharma Plasma Center
04.2015 - 03.2019
- Taking Vital Signs: Measuring blood pressure, pulse, and temperature to assess donor suitability.
- Performing finger prick tests: Drawing a small blood sample to check hemoglobin levels or other relevant parameters.
- Verifying donor identification: Checking ID to ensure accuracy and match with donor records.
- Adhering to safety protocols: Following strict guidelines regarding infection control, biohazard disposal, and donor confidentiality.
- Responsible for greeting donors at the plasma center and conducting a series of registration procedures to verify donor suitability for the plasma pheresis process. In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), assists qualified donors in completing the screening process.
- Serves patients by greeting them, answering routine questions, scheduling appointments, and maintaining records and accounts.
Education
Vocational - Phlebotomy Training Program
Los Angeles Career College
Northridge, CA02-2024
Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Certification # P8Z6D4J7, Exp. 01/20/2026
Trained Plasma Center Phlebotomist at Octapharma, 03/2019
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Your Home Care, LLC
12.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Octapharma Plasma Center
04.2019 - 08.2023
Medical Screener/Front Desk Receptionist
Octapharma Plasma Center
04.2015 - 03.2019
Vocational - Phlebotomy Training Program
Los Angeles Career College
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