Kayla Withers
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced sales associate with a strong background in customer service, transitioning into the medical field as a phlebotomist. Seeking a growth-oriented company to showcase talents and contribute to the healthcare industry. Committed to providing exceptional patient care and utilizing interpersonal skills to create a positive and comfortable environment during blood collection procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate
Lori's Gifts, Inc.
12.2021 - 05.2023
- As an associate at Lori's gifts, I handled the responsibilities of handling all sales transactions such as purchases and returns
- I had daily duties of restocking the store
- Restocking the store included: filling in drinks in the refrigerator, placing all chips, candy, and snacks in their sections
- I also had to restock on toys and clothing we sold
- Once a week I arranged flowers
- During closing shift I had the job of sweeping, vacuuming and dusting
- At the end of the year I did inventory for the whole store
Phlebotomy Student
Phlebotomy Usa
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Built rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and clear communication during challenging medical situations.
- Maintained accurate records of all collected specimens, ensuring proper documentation for both clinical staff and insurance purposes.
- Supported successful accreditation efforts by diligently adhering to regulatory requirements for phlebotomy practice within the facility.
- Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
Cashier/Customer Service
Chuck E. Cheese
08.2019 - 12.2022
- As a cashier at Chuck E
- Cheese I had the responsibility of placing all orders of food and handling the payment transaction after the orders were placed
- I handled payment transactions for playtime cards and loaded the time on the cards
- While my title was Cashier, I handed many other responsibilities as I worked the front entrance
- In the front I greeted everyone and gave everyone their stamps
- I occasionally hosted parties
- As a host I brought out the food, drinks, and cake for the party and handled all request
- As game merch I redeemed all tickets and gave out prizes
- I also had to report any gaming issues there were
Seasonal Sales Associate
Party City Corporation
09.2022 - 11.2022
- As a seasonal sales associate at party city I had a few responsibilities such as cashier and working the sales floor
- As a cashier I handled all purchases, returns, and exchanges
- On the sales floor, I made sure every item was where it belong and returned anything back if it was on the wrong aisle
- I also helped customers find what they were looking for
Education
Associate - Psychology
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CACertification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy USA
Torrance, CA05.2024
High school diploma -
Connections Academy
Los Angeles, CA06.2022
Skills
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Sales
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Research
- Data collection
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood collection techniques
- Capillary puncture
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Finger Stick Method
Certification
Phlebotomy Certification
Timeline
Phlebotomy Student
Phlebotomy Usa
04.2024 - 05.2024
Seasonal Sales Associate
Party City Corporation
09.2022 - 11.2022
Associate
Lori's Gifts, Inc.
12.2021 - 05.2023
Cashier/Customer Service
Chuck E. Cheese
08.2019 - 12.2022
Associate - Psychology
Pasadena City College
Certification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy USA
High school diploma -
Connections Academy
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