STEPHANIE SALINAS
Anaheim,CA
Summary
I am a certified phlebotomist with 5+ years of experience in blood collection, sample preparation, and specimen transport. I have a proven track record of providing accurate and efficient services while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. I have consistently achieved excellent patient satisfaction ratings for my outstanding performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
12.2022 - Current
- Performed a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, proficiency in blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of all age groups
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients
- Ability to navigate a computer and data entry and processing specimens including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test order
- Processing specimens including: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and preparing for transport as required by test order
- Perform departmental-related clerical duties when assigned such as data entry, inventory, stock supplies, and answer phones when needed
- Work collaboratively with patients, healthcare providers and patient support departments to ensure a high quality of service.
Research Assistant/Phlebotomist
National Institute of Clinical Research
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Collected, extracted, and entered data with high degree of accuracy.
- Maintained safe and clean laboratory environment by enforcing appropriate equipment maintenance and usage.
- Collected units of blood for medical examinations through venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Carefully labeled and packaged samples for transportation to the laboratory, minimizing errors and protecting specimen vials from damage.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines to patients.
- Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures, and vital signs monitoring.
Medical Assistant
Family Medical Clinic
10.2009 - 12.2012
- Demonstrated professional customer service skills whenever interacted with the patient
- Scheduled appointments and made follow-up phone calls to patients
- Administered medications, administered immunizations, and vaccinations conducted pulmonary function testing, and managed lab
- Maintained patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential
- Monitored and maintained comprehensive knowledge of software and workflow practices
- Demonstrated administrative experience in complex occupation medicine environment
- Obtained vital signs and record patient data in accurate, legal, and appropriate manner
- Followed laboratory instructions for specimen collection, storage and transport.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
American Harbor College
Orange, CA12.2021
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Everest College
Anaheim, CA10.2010
High School Diploma -
Savanna High School
Anaheim, CA06.2008
Skills
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Attention To Detail
- Record Management/HIPPA Knowledge
- Patient Data Entry
- BLS certified (Basic Life Support)
- Venipuncture/Capillary Skills
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient Care
- Sample and specimen collection
- Order of draw
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
California Department of Public Health
- Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1- January 2024- January 2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
12.2022 - Current
Research Assistant/Phlebotomist
National Institute of Clinical Research
12.2021 - 11.2022
Medical Assistant
Family Medical Clinic
10.2009 - 12.2012
Certificate - Phlebotomy
American Harbor College
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Everest College
High School Diploma -
Savanna High School
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