SANDRA GARCIA
San Jose,USA
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist with extensive experience. Skilled in venipuncture and specimen processing. Proven ability to lead teams and ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols. Recognized for exceptional patient interaction and effective communication, contributing to a high standard of care and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
04.2015 - Current
- Venipuncture including Geriatric and pediatric, biometrics, lab assistant front office and all other jobs you do in a lab setting.
- Transfer urine and stool, aliquot specimens data entry front and back.
- Close up lab at end of day and sanitize everything.
Phlebotomist
AC Wellness
12.2021 - 09.2025
Assisted with venipunctures and specimen processing while following quality standards. Supported community health initiatives by administering vaccines. Helped manage supply ordering to keep inventory levels sufficient for phlebotomy services. Aided in training phlebotomy staff to improve team skills and proficiency.
Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
04.2010 - 06.2013
Assisted with venipunctures to support laboratory operations. Provided front office support to enhance patient experience. Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
Medical Assistant Back Office Supervisor (Cardiology)
Hirschfeld, Gold & Siegel M.D.
05.2005 - 07.2008
- Rooming patients, vitals, manual blood pressure, venipunctures, capillary punctures, injections, EKG, treadmills, holters, organizing, filing, multitasking, and prioritizing, answer phones, schedule appointments, consulting patients about their medications and writing out medication list, handle coumadin clinic, lipids advisor, patient samples supply maintenance, supply ordering for lab and office.
- Over see back office medical staff.
Education
General education -
Morgan Hill community adult school
Morgan Hill, USA01-2008
Lab assistant and Phlebotomist - EKG, Venipuntures Geriatric and pediatric, Injections
Camino Medical Group (Internship)
USA01-2003
Lab assistant - EKG
Institute for Business and Technology
USA01-2002
Skills
- Led the implementation of advanced venipuncture techniques and oversaw phlebotomy training programs
- Strategized specimen collection and processing to enhance efficiency
- Directed vaccine administration and blood culture collection initiatives
- Developed and enforced laboratory safety protocols
- Supervised data entry processes to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Cultivated patient interaction strategies and enhanced communication effectiveness
- Optimized supply management and ensured equipment maintenance
- Championed quality control and regulatory compliance efforts
- Guided team leadership and optimized time management strategies
- Advanced health and safety practices across operations
- Orchestrated multi-sample collection and ensured adherence to order of draw
- Promoted effective use of personal protective equipment
Certification
- CPR Certification, 08/19
- National Certification for Phlebotomy, 05/08
- CPT1, State License for Phlebotomy, 09/26
References
References available upon request
Summary - Objective
To obtain a Full-time position in Healthcare and utilize my skills as a healthcare professional with the best of my ability doing something I truly care for, patient interaction is a must.
Timeline
Phlebotomist
AC Wellness
12.2021 - 09.2025
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
04.2015 - Current
Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
04.2010 - 06.2013
Medical Assistant Back Office Supervisor (Cardiology)
Hirschfeld, Gold & Siegel M.D.
05.2005 - 07.2008
General education -
Morgan Hill community adult school
Lab assistant and Phlebotomist - EKG, Venipuntures Geriatric and pediatric, Injections
Camino Medical Group (Internship)
Lab assistant - EKG
Institute for Business and Technology