Michelle Saldivar
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist Technician with 10+years of experience working in a high-volume, fast paced hospital and clinical settings. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Technician
Ansible Government Solutions
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate blood collection services.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by processing, labeling, and storing specimens according to established protocols.
- Ensured timely test results by coordinating with medical staff for proper specimen handling and transport.
- Accessed all patient lab orders, prioritizing stats, time test and routine labs in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
- printed and prepared all lab orders for morning rounds, assigning morning staff to each ward to collect patient labs in timely manner.
- Utilized proper techniques to ensure accurate identification and documentation of patients prior to collecting patients orders and blood banking samples.
- Handled difficult and challenging situations calmly and effectively while under pressure when drawing critical and combative patients.
- Utilized laboratory information systems to accurately obtain and document patient information.
- Cross-trained in other areas to meet needs of inpatient and outpatient duties.
- Assisted with training new employees and students, on proper drawing techniques according to departmental standards.
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma Center
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Identified potential problems during the collection process such as hemolysis or clotted samples.
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment daily to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained alertness to donor reactions and assisted with reactions or notified appropriate staff.
- Reported any adverse reactions observed during the collection process according to protocol.
Phlebotomist Technician
Sonora Quest Laboratories
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- between order and nursing station logs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Phlebotomist
AKOS MD
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of new electronic medical record systems for efficient patient tracking and accurate documentation.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Phlebotomy Extern
Lab Corp
03.2018 - 04.2018
- Enhanced patient comfort by utilizing proper venipuncture techniques and maintaining a compassionate demeanor.
- Improved sample accuracy by carefully labeling and organizing specimens according to established protocols.
- Supported team members in providing excellent patient care, successfully completing phlebotomy tasks as needed.
- Performed 100 venipuncture procedures with accuracy and precision from adolescents and geriatric patients.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pick up.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment through strict adherence to sanitation guidelines and safety protocols.
Medical Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Medical Society Staffing
10.2000 - 06.2007
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
OHSU Perinatal Center
07.2001 - 12.2004
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Collected blood specimens for genetic testing and routine prenatal labs.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Emanuel Midwifery Clinic
06.1999 - 09.2000
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2028
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy School Of Kentucky
Louisville, KY04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06.2009
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
Concorde Career Institute
Portland, OR05.1999
Skills
- Yearly employee proficiency reviews
- Staff training for new hires
- Receive and log in pathology specimens
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Specimen Preparation
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA Compliance
- Order of draw
- Specimen labeling
- Anatomy knowledge
- Blood culture collection
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Sample and specimen collection
Additional Information
BLS Certified.
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician
Ansible Government Solutions
01.2021 - 03.2024
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma Center
11.2019 - 12.2020
Phlebotomist Technician
Sonora Quest Laboratories
01.2019 - 04.2019
Phlebotomist
AKOS MD
06.2018 - 10.2018
Phlebotomy Extern
Lab Corp
03.2018 - 04.2018
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
OHSU Perinatal Center
07.2001 - 12.2004
Medical Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Medical Society Staffing
10.2000 - 06.2007
Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Emanuel Midwifery Clinic
06.1999 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Portland State University
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy School Of Kentucky
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Portland Community College
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
Concorde Career Institute
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