Mikel Sokolik
Sylvania,USA
Summary
Dynamic and experienced Phlebotomy Adjunct Instructor with a proven track record of excellence in laboratory supervision and patient care seeking an opportunity to impart knowledge and practical skills to students at Monroe County Community College starting July 2021. Dedicated to fostering a stimulating and supportive learning environment to help students achieve their career goals. Qualified Career Navigator with solid background in guiding individuals toward achieving their career goals. Successfully facilitated career development programs and provided personalized counseling to diverse clients. Demonstrated expertise in career assessment and job market analysis.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Va Ann Arbor Healthcare System
03.2025 - Current
- Schedule and coordinate appointments for veterans across various clinics.
- Handle incoming calls and patient inquiries.
- Check patients in/out of appointments.
- Work with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems (usually VistA or CPRS).
- Communicate with providers, nurses, and other healthcare team members.
- Monitor clinic flow and manage appointment cancellations/rescheduling.
- Collect and verify insurance and demographic data.
- Managed high call volume, addressing patient inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Determined nature and urgency of patient requests to refer patients to appropriate medical staff.
Adjunct Instructor
Monroe County Community College
07.2021 - Current
- Created unique, student-centered lesson plans and assignments for each class to promote maximum learning and knowledge retention.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues and administrators, fostering a collaborative educational community.
- Mentored struggling students with targeted one-on-one assistance, leading to improved academic performance.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
Career Navigator
Monroe Public Schools (Learning Bank)
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Providing guidance and support to students in career exploration and planning
- Conducting workshops and training sessions to enhance career readiness skills
- Facilitating opportunities and resources for student job placement and skill development in partnership with local organizations and businesses
- Addressed barriers faced by underrepresented populations in accessing meaningful employment opportunities by developing culturally sensitive programming options.
- Assessed labor market trends to inform the design of relevant career development programs and services.
- Facilitated group workshops on resume writing, interview techniques, and job search strategies to empower clients in their career pursuits.
- Provided ongoing support to clients during their job search process, offering motivation and constructive feedback as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and outcomes, contributing to program evaluation efforts.
Laboratory Supervisor
McLaren St. Luke's Hospital
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Oversight of daily workflows for acute care and outreach phlebotomy activities
- Establishment of goals and performance standards, conducting performance evaluations
- Coordination of orientation and training for new associates
- Promotion of staff development and advancement opportunities
- Resolution of issues related to specimen collection and processing
- Fostering effective communication and collaboration within the laboratory and healthcare team
- Implementation of corrective action and counseling as required
- Management of employee time/attendance and scheduling to maintain adequate coverage
- Established a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared employee schedules according to individual needs and skills, as well as coverage requirements.
REP PS IV (PHLEB) Group Lead
Quest Diagnostics
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Mentored, trained, and advised new employees, ensuring accurate and timely work completion
- Contributed to process excellence, compliance, and administrative support within the region
- Demonstrated leadership behaviors and ensured safety and cleanliness of facilities
- Conducted site visits and performed QA audits to maintain high standards
- Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs for the organization.
PHLEBOTOMIST FLOAT III
Quest Diagnostics
09.2007 - 05.2017
- Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family Science
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MNAssociate of Arts - Sociology
Owens Community State Community College
Perrysburg, OHMedical Office Assistance Diploma - undefined
Professional Skills Institute
Maumee, OHSkills
- Career evaluation
- Intercultural communication
- Career guidance
- Professional resume development
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective classroom management
- Effective relationship management
- Academic support
- Job search support
- Test administration expertise
- Evaluation expertise
Certification
- National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Currentpositions
- Adjunct Instructor, Monroe County Community College, 07/01/21, Dedicated to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment, Imparting knowledge and practical skills to students pursuing a career in phlebotomy, Collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to ensure a dynamic educational experience
- Career Navigator, Monroe Public Schools (Learning Bank), 11/01/23, Providing guidance and support to students in career exploration and planning, Conducting workshops and training sessions to enhance career readiness skills, Facilitating opportunities and resources for student job placement and skill development in partnership with local organizations and businesses
Timeline
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Va Ann Arbor Healthcare System
03.2025 - Current
Career Navigator
Monroe Public Schools (Learning Bank)
11.2023 - 03.2025
Adjunct Instructor
Monroe County Community College
07.2021 - Current
Laboratory Supervisor
McLaren St. Luke's Hospital
06.2020 - 05.2023
REP PS IV (PHLEB) Group Lead
Quest Diagnostics
06.2017 - 06.2020
PHLEBOTOMIST FLOAT III
Quest Diagnostics
09.2007 - 05.2017
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Owens Community State Community College
Medical Office Assistance Diploma - undefined
Professional Skills Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Family Science
Concordia University
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