Lori Dimico
Mount Vernon,WA
Summary
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with a strong understanding of, data collection requirements and methodologies. Along with being a Seasoned Clinical Laboratory Assistant with 38 years of experience providing phlebotomy services, I am team oriented with a strong track record of establishing solid relationships with patients, co-workers, RN’s, and Doctors.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Asst \ Phlebotomist \ Trainer \ Lead
Providence Regional Medical Center
Everett, WA
03.2008 - Current
- Pediatric draws (Heel and Venous)
- Adult draws (Foot and Venous)
- Worked with Physicians and RN’s on proper collection of blood
- Processed blood samples and Sendouts
- Sanitized workstations
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses or laboratory Technicians
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, patient name and Date of Birth
- Coordinated workflow based on STAT, ASAP, Timed draws
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
- Kept operations running smoothly and solved diverse problems by coordinating with customers, management and internal departments
- Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing
Laboratory Assistant
Skagit Regional Health
Mount Vernon, WA
07.2021 - 03.2026
- Conducted laboratory tests and analyses, ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards.
- Assisted in specimen collection and processing, maintaining accurate records for quality control.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to communicate test results effectively and timely.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the lab environment.
Laboratory Assistant \ Phlebotomy \ Trainer \ Lead
The Everett Clinic
Everett, WA
11.2001 - 03.2008
- Pediatric blood collections (heel and Venous)
- Adult blood collections (foot and Venous)
- Back lab:
- Spun Hematocrits
- Front Desk
- Rapid Strep Testing
- Plating negative Streps
- Read Wet Mounts
- Walk in Clinic
- CPR
- Performed EKG’s, urinalysis for up to (40) patients per day
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area
- Ordered Phlebotomy Supplies
Education
On The Job: Medical Assisting And Phlebotomy - Medical Assisting \ Phlebotomy
University of Washington
Seattle, WA01.1989
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Life Support And Transportation
Emergency Medical Technician
Seattle, WA01.1988
Some College (No Degree) - undefined
911 Call Receiving
Edmonds, WA01.1981
Skills
Drug screening
Finger sticks
Safety procedures
Superior communication skills
Quality management care team member
Exceptional problem solver
Solution-focused
Accomplishments
- Process Improvement
- Created new departmental procedures manual. Assessed organizational training needs
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Skagit Regional Health
07.2021 - 03.2026
Laboratory Asst \ Phlebotomist \ Trainer \ Lead
Providence Regional Medical Center
03.2008 - Current
Laboratory Assistant \ Phlebotomy \ Trainer \ Lead
The Everett Clinic
11.2001 - 03.2008
On The Job: Medical Assisting And Phlebotomy - Medical Assisting \ Phlebotomy
University of Washington
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Life Support And Transportation
Emergency Medical Technician
Some College (No Degree) - undefined
911 Call Receiving