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Kiara Montoya

Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Competent Phlebotomy Technician with four years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist II

Intermountain Healthcare
Murray, Utah
01.2019 - Current
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer phlebotomy and accurate lab results.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
  • Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures 15-25 times per day.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.

Barista

Starbucks
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Prepared eye-catching, creative latte art to please customers.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.

Lifeguard

Northwest Recreation Center
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2016 - 08.2018
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
  • Met regulatory compliance for staff members and led safety training to enhance lifesaving skills.
  • Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
  • Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
  • Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength and skills in positive learning environment.
  • Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.

Education

Phlebotomy Certified - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2018

High School Diploma -

West High School
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2018

Skills

  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
  • Emergency Situations
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Phlebotomy Procedures
  • Patient Flow

Timeline

Phlebotomist II

Intermountain Healthcare
01.2019 - Current

Barista

Starbucks
08.2018 - 01.2019

Lifeguard

Northwest Recreation Center
03.2016 - 08.2018

Phlebotomy Certified - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Specialist

High School Diploma -

West High School

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