Julia Vara
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with several years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Chef's Restaurant
2022.09 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Streamlined order-taking process for faster service and increased table turnover rate.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Buffalo Infertility And IVF Associates
2022.06 - 2023.03
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Enhanced clinical efficiency by assisting physicians with egg retrieval procedures, routine procedures, and diagnostic tests.
- Draw blood and prepare the necessary paperwork for lab pick-up.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
Home Health Aide
Trusted Nurse Staffing
2021.09 - 2022.06
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Laboratory Processor
Kaleida Health
2020.07 - 2021.09
- Performed clerical and patient care support of registering, processing, ordering, and distributing clinical lab specimens and performed limited non-complex laboratory procedures.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing procedures and reducing turnaround times.
- Reduced errors in sample handling by providing thorough training to new lab personnel on proper techniques and procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and preventing cross-contamination of samples.
Phlebotomist
Kaledia Health
2019.04 - 2020.07
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Phlebotomy
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY12.2014
Skills
- Specimen Preparation
- Patient confidentiality
- Procedure Assistance
- Sample and specimen collection
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Paperwork Processing
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Venipuncture Technique
Timeline
Server
Chef's Restaurant
2022.09 - Current
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Buffalo Infertility And IVF Associates
2022.06 - 2023.03
Home Health Aide
Trusted Nurse Staffing
2021.09 - 2022.06
Laboratory Processor
Kaleida Health
2020.07 - 2021.09
Phlebotomist
Kaledia Health
2019.04 - 2020.07
Phlebotomy
Trocaire College
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