Samantha DeHerrera
Pueblo, CO,United States
Summary
Lead phlebotomy professional with solid background in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient care. Proven track record of improving lab efficiency and accuracy through strong technical skills and meticulous attention to protocol. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing clinical environments. Reliable and results-focused, with commitment to quality and patient safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Phlebotomist
Parkview Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
- Oversees for accuracy a minimum of 6 phlebotomists daily.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Trained and mentored new staff on blood collection techniques and patient interaction standards.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Implemented best practices for specimen handling to minimize contamination risks.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Utilized various venipuncture techniques depending on each patient''s needs for optimal results.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing efficient and accurate blood collection services.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for control drugs.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verified accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Coordinated with insurance representatives to process claims and calculate correct copay information for patients.
- Established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database.
- Assisted with filling over 500 prescriptions daily.
- Answered incoming phone calls and address questions from customers and Healthcare providers.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations and patient information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goal Academy
Pueblo, CO04.2017
Skills
- Patient Information
- HIPPA
- Understanding FDA Regulation
- Patient Care Standards
- Infection Control
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Public Health
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Staff management
- Paperwork processing
- Effective communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Lead Phlebotomist
Parkview Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2018 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Goal Academy