PAMELA GARRIDO

• Provided companionship to patients by talking to them, listening to their concerns, and helping them stay positive.
• Changed bed linens, cleaned patient rooms and assisted with transfers of patients in wheelchairs or beds as needed.
• Reported any changes in patient condition immediately to the RN or physician on duty.
• Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
• Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
• Organized paperwork related to patient records such as lab results or physician orders prior to filing it away.
• Collected blood specimens efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and infection control measures.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize workflows and improve patient experiences during blood draws.

• Facilitate background checks, reference checks, drug testing and other screening processes.
• Create detailed reports on recruitment activities as needed.
• Develop job postings and post them on relevant job boards, websites, social media platforms.
• Conduct follow-up calls to check on the status of submitted applications.
• Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.

• Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for target customers.
• Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
• Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
• Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
• Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
• Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.

• Processed lab requisitions accurately, ensuring timely delivery of patient samples for testing.
• Implemented process improvements that enhanced specimen collection efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
• Developed training materials for staff, focusing on best practices in phlebotomy techniques and patient care.
• Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.

EKG Technician Certification/Training: Completed classroom and hands-on training in 12-lead EKG acquisition, electrode placement, patient preparation, EKG equipment operation, artifact recognition, infection control, patient safety, HIPAA, and basic cardiac rhythm recognition

Phlebotomy Certification/Training: Completed comprehensive classroom and hands-on training in venipuncture, capillary collection, order of draw, specimen handling and labeling, infection control, PPE, OSHA/bloodborne pathogen safety, patient identification, sharps safety, and patient care.

CNA Certificate

HHA certificate