Raven Olson
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Dynamic clinical professional with extensive expertise in laboratory techniques, diagnostic testing, and quality control. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams while maintaining a steadfast commitment to achieving precise results. Highly adaptable to evolving requirements and dedicated to supporting team objectives. Recognized for reliability and efficiency, with strong skills in specimen analysis, data interpretation, and adherence to laboratory safety protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Individual Provider
CDWA
Kirkland, WA
12.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized support to clients, ensuring adherence to care plans and promoting independence.
- Assisted in daily living activities, enhancing clients' quality of life through tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate services and optimize client outcomes.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to engage clients and address their needs promptly.
- Contributed to a positive caregiving environment by maintaining clear lines of communication with colleagues and supervisors regarding patient needs assessment updates or challenges encountered during shifts.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating updates to relevant stakeholders consistently.
Phlebotomist II
Mindlance Client: LabCorp
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Performed venipuncture and various specimen collection (blood, urine, stool, breath tests) for diagnostic testing.
- Processes blood specimens, cultures, urine specimens, and specimens collected by office staff.
- Performs data entry and laboratory test ordering for routine testing, stat testing, and standing orders.
- Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of specimens.
- Documents patient interactions and specimen handling processes accurately in electronic health records.
- Problem-solving specimen processing issues for mislabeled, unlabeled, missing patient data, and insufficient quantity.
Clinical Laboratory Technician
University of Washington Medicine Virology
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Data Collection and Data Analysis: Record and track test results, specimens, and other vital information during research experiments. Documents all processes and results in laboratory logs and databases for reference and regulatory compliance.
- Maintains Records: Ensure all activities, experiments, and results are properly documented in electronic and paper formats, adhering to research protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Collaboration: Works closely with virologists, researchers, epidemiologists, and other lab technicians to share information, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate experimental efforts.
- Operate and maintain lab equipment.
- Compliance with Research Ethics: Ensure all research is conducted ethically, with patient confidentiality and consent where required.
- Inventory Management.
- Research specimen processing in ICON & ACTIV2 COVID clinical trials. Verified alpha-numeric unique identifiers, inoculated viral media using Fetal Bovine Serum, vortexed, aliquoted, stored, and retrieved 792 or more specimens per night, and prepared specimens for analyzer loading.
- Used specimen management software, Laboratory Information Systems, EMR software, Cerner, Citrix, and Sunquest.
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Medix Staffing Client: University of Washington Medicine Virology
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Processed specimens and used/maintained technical and office equipment.
- Used/maintained databases and information record systems.
- Pulled and stored specimens using sample management filing software. Troubleshooting and problem resolution.
- Centrifuged and aliquoted appropriate specimen types and quantities as ordered.
Phlebotomist
Banner Boswell Medical Center (Banner Health Systems)
11.2014 - 03.2018
- Performed various methods of inpatient specimen collection.
- Specimen processing, office administration, customer service, record-keeping, and record maintenance.
Lab Service Specialist I
St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (Dignity Health)
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Inpatient and emergency department phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen processing, and Trauma assisting.
- Promoted to lead position, managing inpatient phlebotomy team, delegates and assigns trauma coverage, ED coverage, inpatient floor coverage, specimen receiving, and processing areas.
- Planned, organized, and assigned staff training, compliance, and breaks.
Phlebotomy Tech I (FLOAT)
Sonora Quest Laboratories (IOP) Client: Phoenix Children’s Hospital
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Data entry, customer service, specimen collection, and processing.
- Collaboration, record maintenance, research, and office administration.
Volunteer Phlebotomist
Banner Health Systems
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Collaboration, record maintenance, research, and office administration.
- Data entry, customer service, specimen collection, and processing.
Student Externship
Banner Del Webb
08.2011 - 10.2011
- Data entry, customer service, specimen collection, and processing.
- Collaboration, record maintenance, research, and office administration.
Education
Medical Assisting - Phlebotomy Program
Arizona College of Nursing
GED - undefined
Central Arizona College
Skills
- Exceptional communication
- Professionalism and ethics
- Documentation proficiency
- First aid and CPR
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Dementia care
- Medical chart documentation
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Record keeping
- Filing and data archiving
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Individual Provider
CDWA
12.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist II
Mindlance Client: LabCorp
05.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Laboratory Technician
University of Washington Medicine Virology
11.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Medix Staffing Client: University of Washington Medicine Virology
11.2020 - 08.2021
Lab Service Specialist I
St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (Dignity Health)
05.2015 - 12.2017
Phlebotomist
Banner Boswell Medical Center (Banner Health Systems)
11.2014 - 03.2018
Phlebotomy Tech I (FLOAT)
Sonora Quest Laboratories (IOP) Client: Phoenix Children’s Hospital
11.2014 - 05.2015
Volunteer Phlebotomist
Banner Health Systems
01.2012 - 11.2014
Student Externship
Banner Del Webb
08.2011 - 10.2011
GED - undefined
Central Arizona College
Medical Assisting - Phlebotomy Program
Arizona College of Nursing