Maria Cepeda
Black Diamond,WA
Summary
Compassionate phlebotomist with over four years of experience in patient care and specimen handling. Skilled in venipuncture techniques and dedicated to educating patients for a comfortable experience. Focused on enhancing healthcare processes while adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
OptumHealth
Seattle, WA
02.2021 - 02.2026
- Conducted patient interviews to verify medical history and ensure accurate sample collection
- Prepared and maintained sterile environments for blood draw procedures
- Assisted in labeling and processing blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risk during venipuncture procedures
- Educated patients on the phlebotomy process to alleviate anxiety and ensure cooperation
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline patient intake processes
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in phlebotomy techniques and best practices
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Medical Asst
Sea Mar Clinic
Bellevue, WA
03.2012 - 09.2021
- Administered patient care, ensuring comfort and compliance with clinic protocols.
- Executed routine clinical procedures, maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing appointment flow to enhance service delivery.
- Conducted patient interviews, collecting vital information for accurate medical records management.
- Trained new staff on clinic policies, promoting adherence to best practices and operational excellence.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Education
High School Diploma - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomist Course
Burien Wa01-2010
Pima Medical Institute
Renton, WA03-2008
High School Diploma -
St Vincent Paul
Panama City Panama12-1969
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient support
Accomplishments
- Oversaw team of [Number] phlebotomists in lab processing over [Number] samples daily.
- Improved blood collection process by preparing supplies to match patient load.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA standards.
- Educated [Number] phlebotomy students on venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist
OptumHealth
02.2021 - 02.2026
Medical Asst
Sea Mar Clinic
03.2012 - 09.2021
High School Diploma - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomist Course
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
St Vincent Paul
Also experience in EKG /Vitals Signs /Vaccines Techniques on Adults and Chilldrens
I am also train in EKG 12 Leads/ Vitals Signs on Patient/ Vaccines on Adults and Childrens other Testings as Covid/ Influenza/ Pregnancy Testing besides Patient Care also Have work in past as a Certified Nursing Assistant