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Megan MacArthur

Smartsville,CA

Summary

Highly trained professional talented venipuncture and fistula cannulation. Analytical problem-solver seeking phlebotomist position to apply expertise and enhance care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Davita
Grass Valley, CA
11.2021 - Current
  • Completed opening, mid, and closing shift duties including water checks and making bicarbonate
  • Used aseptic techniques to clean accesses and perform cannulations on AV fistulas and grafts
  • Set up dialysis machines per patient prescriptions, initiated and documented tests
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.

Veterinary Assistant

Serius Canine Fertility
Grass Valley, CA
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Obtained blood specimens for progesterone testing from jugular and cephalic vein
  • Performed daily quality assurance checks and controls on laboratory equipment
  • Properly labeled, handled, and stored blood collection tubes
  • Completed reports on lab results

Bartender

The Tackle Box Bar And Grill
Chico, CA
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.

Veterinary Assistant

Durham Veterinary Clinic
Durham, CA
04.2019 - 06.2020
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

California State University - Chico
Chico
05.2018

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Empathetic Customer Service & Communication
  • Bleeding Control
  • Medical Record Keeping
  • Patient Care Aseptic Technique
  • Safe Needle Disposal
  • Assessing Vital Signs
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Specimen Collection
  • Vacuum Tube, Butterfly, and Syringe Use

Accomplishments

  • Highly motivated Certified Phlebotomist with 800+ successful venipunctures
  • Completion of Davita PCT training program, 2+ years of venipuncture and laboratory experience, 6 months of working on the dialysis treatment floor
  • Well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture, syringe, butterfly, and EDTA collection procedures.

Certification

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician

AHA Certificate - BLS, CPR

NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Davita
11.2021 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Serius Canine Fertility
07.2021 - 11.2021

Bartender

The Tackle Box Bar And Grill
07.2020 - 07.2021

Veterinary Assistant

Durham Veterinary Clinic
04.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

California State University - Chico

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