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Monique Nichole Ruiz

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist

GCC Laboratory
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Performed 50+ successful blood draws on diverse patient populations using standard venipuncture techniques.
  • Collected and processed urine and stool specimens, ensuring proper labeling and safe transport
  • Operated centrifuge to separated plasma/serum for lab testing
  • Accessioned specimens into laboratory information system (LIS) with accuracy
  • Maintained a clean, sterile environment following OSHA and infection control protocols
  • Practiced clear communication and patient reassurance during procedures
  • Ability to perform at least 12 draw's per hour of average complexity

Cashier/Team Member

Dollar Tree
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisted customers find specific products, answered questions offered and product advice.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit
  • Arranged product on shelves following merchandising guidelines
  • Broke down and discarded empty packaging and boxes after stocking products
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise

Cashier/Crew Team Member

Wendy's
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Monitored the dining area and employee workstations to quickly clean up spills
  • Adhered to safety guidelines while operating machinery
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift

Education

Phlebotomy technician -

CALRegionals
Lancaster, CA
05.2025

High school Diploma -

Highland high school
Palmdale, CA
05.2018

Skills

  • venipuncture & capillary blood collection
  • urine & stool sampling handling
  • specimen accessioning & labeling
  • centrifuge operation & sample processing
  • medical terminology
  • patient interaction & comfort
  • infection control & PPE protocols
  • electronic medical records (EMR)

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician

Timeline

Phlebotomist

GCC Laboratory
03.2025 - 05.2025

Cashier/Team Member

Dollar Tree
03.2022 - 05.2024

Cashier/Crew Team Member

Wendy's
07.2018 - 06.2020

Phlebotomy technician -

CALRegionals

High school Diploma -

Highland high school