Rechelle Torres
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Seasoned Phlebotomist with 19 years' experience in venipuncture and proven bedside manner. Committed to maintaining the highest patient safety standards when collecting a variety of samples and specimens. Accomplished in orienting new staff and training nurses and physicians on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Instructor
PTS
Ontario, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and delivered classroom instruction, supervised laboratory activities, and evaluated student performance.
- Conducted orientation sessions for new students to introduce them to the program curriculum, policies and procedures.
- Assessed student learning outcomes through written exams, practical exercises, and oral presentations.
- Advised students on course selection, career paths, and job opportunities related to phlebotomy.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, grades, progress reports, and other relevant data.
- Provided individualized assistance to students with varying levels of proficiency in phlebotomy skills.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations during laboratory activities involving blood collection methods.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
- Educated and mentored students to help individuals surmount academic obstacles and personal difficulties.
Mobile Phlebotomist
UCI
Orange, CA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Performed venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures on patients of all ages in a mobile setting.
- Maintained accurate records of specimens collected, including patient information, specimen type, collection date and time.
- Provided education to patients regarding the collection process and answered any questions they may have had.
- Transported blood samples to designated laboratory or other medical facility for testing purposes.
- Prepared materials for phlebotomy such as antiseptics, gauze pads and tourniquets.
- Assisted with the training of new Mobile Phlebotomists by providing guidance and instruction on proper techniques.
Covid Screener
Remix
Baldwin Park, CA
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Observed all regulations regarding work procedures so that the company remained compliant.
- Scan all employees and vendors
- Maintain logs
Lab Technician
VA hospital
Loma Linda, CA
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
- Inpatient and Outpatient Draws
- Data entry
- Kit draws
PSR1
Quest Diagnostics
Orange, CA
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Draw all age patients
- Data entry
- Process all specimens for shipment
Laboratory Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
Brea, CA
12.2014 - 01.2019
- Adhered to all laboratory requirements and enforced compliance with regulations.
- Separate Picc draws for nurse
- Maintain logs Daily,Monthly and Yearly
- Prepare Shipments
Mobile Phlebotomist
MPS
Upland, CA
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Kit draws and shipment
Lead Phlebotomist
Labcorp Inc
Fullerton, CA
02.2008 - 04.2016
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Trained all new hires
- Monthly direct observations
- Manage all Saturday schedules
- Manage all time off request
- Monthly audits on 36 sites
Education
CPT-1 -
US Colleges
Montclair, CA02.2006
High School Diploma -
Canyon High
Monrovia, CA01.1999
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CASkills
- Training & Development
- First Aid/CPR
- People skills
- Student Engagement
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Motivational Techniques
- Specimen handling
- Communication abilities
- Evaluating student performance
- Learning management system proficiency
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient Safety
- Maintaining quality assurance standards
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mobile Phlebotomist
UCI
08.2023 - 08.2024
Phlebotomist Instructor
PTS
06.2022 - Current
Covid Screener
Remix
08.2020 - 03.2021
Lab Technician
VA hospital
10.2019 - 06.2020
PSR1
Quest Diagnostics
01.2018 - 10.2019
Laboratory Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
12.2014 - 01.2019
Mobile Phlebotomist
MPS
03.2014 - 04.2018
Lead Phlebotomist
Labcorp Inc
02.2008 - 04.2016
CPT-1 -
US Colleges
High School Diploma -
Canyon High
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Long Beach City College
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